Meaning Of The Word Mental retardation

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What's The Definition Of Mental retardation?

mental retardation in American English
a developmental disorder characterized by a subnormal ability to learn and a substantially low IQ

mental retardation in British English
noun: a name formerly used for the condition of having a low intelligence quotient (below 70)

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