Dropsy Definition

dropsy
noun
  1. swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities

"Dropsy" in song lyrics

See how dropsy is used in real songs:

  • "abnormal infiltration and excess accumulation of serous fluid in connective tissue or in a serous cavity; called also dropsy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "heart dropsy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "goldfish dropsy"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dropsy"

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