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palsy

/ˈpɔːlsi/ noun · British & US
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What does palsy mean?

noun

A condition of weakness or paralysis, especially of the muscles, often resulting from disease or injury. A condition of partial paralysis, especially of the face or limbs.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with a form of palsy that left her unable to move her left arm."

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