anorexia — a serious mental health condition characterized by restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a serious mental health condition characterized by restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌænəˈreksiə/
Korean meaning: 음식 섭취를 제한하여 현저한 저체중을 유발하는 심각한 정신건강 질환, 거식증
Korean pronunciation: 애너**렉**시어
Example Sentences
- The fashion industry has been criticized for promoting unrealistic body standards that may contribute to anorexia.
- Her anorexia was so severe that she thought a grape was a three-course meal.
- Early intervention is crucial for successful anorexia recovery.
anorexia
NOUN//ˌænəˈreksiə//
a serious mental health condition characterized by restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight
a serious mental health condition characterized by restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight
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그리스어에서 온 의학 용어로, '식욕이 없다'는 뜻을 가지고 있습니다. 19세기 말 의학계에서 이 질병을 명명할 때 사용되었습니다.
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“The fashion industry has been criticized for promoting unrealistic body standards that may contribute to anorexia.”
“Her anorexia was so severe that she thought a grape was a three-course meal.”
“Early intervention is crucial for successful anorexia recovery.”
“Support groups help people understand that anorexia is not about vanity but about mental health.”
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