单词 | paralysis |
释义 | pa·ral·y·sis ![]() n. pl. pa·ral·y·ses (-sēz′) 1. a. Loss or impairment of the ability to move a body part, usually as a result of damage to its nerve supply. b. Loss of sensation over a region of the body. 2. Inability to move or function; total stoppage or severe impairment of activity: fear that led to national paralysis. [Latin, from Greek paralusis, from paralūein, to disable, loosen : para-, on one side; see PARA-1 + lūein, to release; see leu- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] |
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