Epilepsy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛpɪlɛpsi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Epilepsy is a noun meaning (pathology) A medical condition in which the sufferer experiences seizures (or convulsions) and blackouts.
Meaning
(pathology) A medical condition in which the sufferer experiences seizures (or convulsions) and blackouts.
Example Sentences
Epilepsies, or fallings and reelings, and beastly vomitings. The least of these, even when the tongue begins to be untied, is a degree of drunkenness.
Word Forms
- epilepsies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include epileptic, seizure, fit, convulsions, seizures, eclampsy.
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