Dystrophy Definition & Meaning

dystrophy
noun
  1. any of several hereditary diseases of the muscular system characterized by weakness and wasting of skeletal muscles
  2. any degenerative disorder resulting from inadequate or faulty nutrition

"Dystrophy" in song lyrics

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  • "Just alone my gaze will cause muscular dystrophy"
    Porn Theatre Ushers — My Imagination
  • "valproic acid hair nail dystrophy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "flluvozetine nail dystrophy"
    AOL — AOL

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