learning disability

American  

[lur-ning dis-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˈlɜr nɪŋ ˌdɪs ə bɪl ɪ ti /

noun

1. Also called specific learning disability.  a disorder, such as dyslexia, characterized by difficulty in one specific cognitive area, including understanding or using spoken or written language, understanding or using numbers and mathematical concepts, coordinating movements, or directing attention.

2. Chiefly British. intellectual disability.

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learning disability Scientific  

/ lûr′nĭng /

1. Any of various disabilities of the basic cognitive and psychological processes involved in using language or performing mathematical calculations. Learning disabilities are not caused by low intelligence, emotional disturbance, or physical impairment (as of hearing). Dyslexia is a common learning disability.

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Etymology

Origin of learning disability

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

More people with learning disabilities and autism in England suffered deaths classed as avoidable in 2023 than initially thought, corrected figures show.

From BBC

Only William, the youngest son, whose childhood was hobbled by what “today would be labeled learning disabilities,” stayed close to home.

From The Wall Street Journal

She added: "For many people – including those with visual impairments, learning disabilities, neurodivergent people, or people who experience fatigue or brain fog - these campaigns can turn a routine journey into a stressful or unsafe one."

From BBC

"One of the reasons I'm so proud of what Ellie has achieved is that she is helping to change how others see people with learning disabilities," Yvonne says.

From BBC

For services to people with learning disabilities in Northern Ireland.

From BBC