derangement
[ dih-reynj-muhnt ]
/ dɪˈreɪndʒ mənt /
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noun
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British Dictionary definitions for derangement
derangement
/ (dɪˈreɪndʒmənt) /
noun
the act of deranging or state of being deranged
disorder or confusion
psychiatry a mental disorder or serious mental disturbance
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Medical definitions for derangement
derangement
[ dĭ-rānj′mənt ]
n.
Disturbance of the regular order or arrangement of parts in a system.
Mental disorder; insanity.
Other words from derangement
de•range′ v.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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