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neuropathy

American

[noo-rop-uh-thee, nyoo-] / nʊˈrɒp ə θi, njʊ- /

noun

any diseased condition of the nervous system.

neuropathy British

/ ˌnjʊərəʊˈpæθɪk, njʊˈrɒpəθɪ /

noun

disease of the nervous system

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neuropathies

plural

Etymology

Origin of neuropathy

First recorded in 1855–60; neuro- + -pathy

Vocabulary lists containing neuropathy

Common Senses: Path ("Feeling")

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The treatment significantly reduced pain linked to diabetic neuropathy and chemotherapy-related nerve damage.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

Luminate’s hair-loss device looks like a high-tech baseball helmet, while the neuropathy products resemble ski gloves and boots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

This causes neuropathy - nerve damage - in his feet, among other symptoms.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2024

Van Halen was diagnosed with neuropathy in his legs a few years ago and no longer plays drums.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2024

The various modern systems of spinal manipulation, namely, osteopathy, chiropractic, naprapathy, neuropathy, spondylotherapy and our own neurotherapy, are all of distinctly American origin.

From Nature Cure by Lindlahr, Henry

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