Atrophy

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What Does Atrophy Mean?

  • 萎缩
  • 退化
  • 消退

Atrophy Pronunciation

/ˈæt.rə.fi/

Atrophy Definition

noun

Definition

the wasting away or decline of a body part or tissue due to disease or lack of use

In ZH

由于疾病或缺乏使用而导致的身体部位或组织的萎缩或衰退

How to Use Atrophy in a Sentence

  • Muscle atrophy can occur after a long period of inactivity.
  • The doctor explained that atrophy of the brain can be a sign of aging.
  • Proper nutrition can help prevent atrophy of muscle tissue.
  • Without regular use, the limbs can suffer from atrophy.
  • He was concerned about the atrophy of his skills during his sabbatical.
verb

Definition

to waste away or decline in effectiveness or vigor

In ZH

逐渐衰退或在效力或活力上下降

How to Use Atrophy in a Sentence

  • If you don't use your muscles, they will atrophy over time.
  • His passion for the project began to atrophy as obstacles arose.
  • The lack of funding has caused the program to atrophy.
  • Over time, frequent injuries can cause the affected muscles to atrophy.
  • She feared that her language skills would atrophy after moving to a new country.