amenorrhoea

British

/ æˌmɛnəˈrɪə, eɪ- /

noun

abnormal absence of menstruation

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Etymology

Origin of amenorrhoea

C19: from _a- ¹ + _meno- + _-rrhoea

Example Sentences

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Amenorrhoea and Chlorosis.—These are serious disorders which require prompt and vigorous attention.

From Plain Facts for Old and Young by Kellogg, John Harvey

Amenorrhoea is permanent when due to absence of the genital parts.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 7 "Gyantse" to "Hallel" by Various

Amenorrhoea is an absence of menstruation in conditions other than pregnancy or lactation.

From Essays In Pastoral Medicine by ?Malley, Austin

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