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dropsical

/drɒpsɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does dropsical mean?

adjective

Relating to dropsy, a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the body tissues, or resembling dropsy in appearance or effect.

Example

"The dropsical skin of the patient was a cause for concern among the medical team."

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