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atrophy

noun/verb

/ˈætrəfi/

Meaning

a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use

Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time.

muscle atrophy

decline, degeneration, weakening, deterioration

growth, development, strengthening

muscle atrophy, brain atrophy, atrophy due to inactivity

the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently

A secure room for storing valuables; also to leap or spring over something.

A place where stone or minerals are extracted; also means prey when hunted.

The action of buying and selling goods and services.

a sudden loss of courage or confidence, often caused by disappointment or fear

the process of preparing food by heating it