Limosis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Limosis is a noun meaning (medicine, obsolete) A ravenous appetite caused by disease; morbid excessive hunger.
Meaning
(medicine, obsolete) A ravenous appetite caused by disease; morbid excessive hunger.
Example Sentences
Limosis and Parageusis.
Limosis is often observed during pregnancy, in chlorosis, etc.
Limosis, or an impaired excessive or depraved appetite for food. This comprehends voracity, want of appetite, depraved appetite, and heartburn.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include malacia, lycorexia, dysorexia, cynorexia, lonomism, acoria.
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