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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

paraplegia

/ˌpærəˈpliːdʒə/ noun · British & US
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What does paraplegia mean?

noun

Paraplegia is a medical condition where a person has a permanent loss of motor function in the lower half of the body, typically resulting from a spinal cord injury. It can also refer to a similar condition in animals.

Example

"The charity supports people living with paraplegia, providing them with access to rehabilitation services and adaptive equipment."

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