Neurodegenerative

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, pertaining to, or resulting in the progressive loss of nerve cells and of neurologic function.

    "neurodegenerative disease"

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"Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) was designed especially for people with Parkinson's, a neurodegenerative disorder that leads to tremors and balance problems."

Etymology

From neuro- + degenerative.

Related phrases

neurodegenerative diseasenerve cell

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