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atrophying

/əˈtrɔɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does atrophying mean?

verb

To become or cause to become smaller or less in size, amount, or degree, typically as a result of disuse or lack of nourishment.

Example

"The muscles in her legs were atrophying due to her prolonged period of bed rest."

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