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bulimia

/ˈbjuːliːmiə/ noun · British & US
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What does bulimia mean?

noun

A serious eating disorder characterized by episodes of bingeing followed by purging or compensatory behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting or laxative abuse.

Example

"Her struggles with bulimia had a profound impact on her mental and physical health."

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