malassimilation

[ mal-uh-sim-uh-ley-shuhn ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. imperfect incorporation of nutrients into body tissue.

malassimilation

/ ˌmæləˌsɪmɪˈleɪʃən /

noun

1. pathol defective assimilation of nutrients

Word History and Origins

Origin of malassimilation¹

First recorded in 1860–65; mal- + assimilation

Example Sentences

According to the label, Seng is indicated in indigestion, malassimilation, malnutrition and wasting diseases.

From Project Gutenberg

In all conditions of malassimilation, there is more or less autointoxication.

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