Sprue Definition & Meaning
sprue
- noun
- a chronic disorder that occurs in tropical and non-tropical forms and in both children and adults; nutrients are not absorbed; symptoms include foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation
"Sprue" in song lyrics
See how sprue is used in real songs:
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"celiac sprue"
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"'celial sprue"
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"celia sprue"
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Words that rhyme with sprue
Usage tips for "sprue"
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