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neuropathy

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

noun

neuropathies plural
  1. any diseased condition of the nervous system.


neuropathy British  
/ ˌnjʊərəʊˈpæθɪk, njʊˈrɒpəθɪ /

noun

  1. disease of the nervous system

"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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Origin of neuropathy

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

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

From Nature Cure by Lindlahr, Henry

Neuropathy and an unsound, nervous organisation are often enough legacies from the nervous disorders of childhood.

From The Nervous Child by Cameron, Hector Charles

Neuropathy is a disease or disorder of the nervous system.

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

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