Paraplegia Definition & Meaning

paraplegia
noun
  1. paralysis of the lower half of the body (most often as a result of trauma)

"Paraplegia" in song lyrics

See how paraplegia is used in real songs:

  • "cord blood as cure for paraplegia"
    AOL — AOL
  • "can cord blood cure paraplegia"
    AOL — AOL
  • "treatments for paraplegia"
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Usage tips for "paraplegia"

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