Atrophy Definition & Meaning

atrophy
noun
  1. a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
  2. any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)
verb
  1. undergo atrophy; "Muscles that are not used will atrophy"

"Atrophy" in song lyrics

See how atrophy is used in real songs:

  • "Big city translate your face til it atrophy"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — Gun For the Whole Family
  • "Never exercising their rights- freedom of speech atrophy"
    Algorithm — Suffer Great Nation
  • "attack you on a cellular level and cause atrophy"
    Jedi Mind Tricks — Deathbed Doctrine

Usage tips for "atrophy"

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