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symptom

/ˈsɪmptəm/ noun · British & US
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What does symptom mean?

noun

A feeling or sign that something is wrong or not quite right with your body or mind, or a sign or indication of a problem or difficulty.

Example

"The doctor asked the patient to describe her symptoms before making a diagnosis."

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