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motor neurone disease

British  

noun

  1. a progressively degenerative disease of the motor system causing muscle weakness and wasting

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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This loss of regenerative ability is also linked to neurological diseases including motor neurone disease and multiple sclerosis.

From Science Daily May 29, 2026

These pea-sized "brain organoids" resembled parts of the cerebral cortex and allowed researchers to study molecular changes linked to motor neurone disease and explore ways to prevent them.

From Science Daily May 29, 2026

He was also known for his charity work in aid of mental health, motor neurone disease, and plenty of other causes.

From BBC May 17, 2026

Once the action starts, one star to watch will be British para snowboarder Davy Zyw, who will become the first man with motor neurone disease to compete in a Winter Paralympics.

From Barron's Mar. 6, 2026

The Prince of Wales has offered his "huge congratulations" to Kevin Sinfield as he closes in on finishing his latest ultramarathon challenge, raising money for motor neurone disease treatment and research.

From BBC Dec. 6, 2025

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