neuropathy

American

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

noun

any diseased condition of the nervous system.

neuropathy British

/ ˌnjʊərəʊˈpæθɪk, njʊˈrɒpəθɪ /

noun

disease of the nervous system

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Etymology

Origin of neuropathy

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

Vocabulary lists containing neuropathy

Common Senses: Path ("Feeling")

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Neuropathy can be extremely distressing, so we are glad to learn you’ve found a way to ease the pain.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 23, 2022

Neuropathy is the result of an injury to the nerves.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2021

Neuropathy is a disease or disorder of the nervous system.

From Woman Her Sex and Love Life by Robinson, William J.

Neuropathy, therefore, also lays great stress on applying manipulation and thermal applications to the lymphatic system.

From Nature Cure by Lindlahr, Henry

Neuropathy This system of manipulative treatment was originated in 1899 by Drs. John Arnold and Harry Walter of Philadelphia.

From Nature Cure by Lindlahr, Henry

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