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rachitis

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: rachitis

1
 n
childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus
2
 n
inflammation of the vertebral column
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: rachitis
1

n childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus

Synonyms:
rickets
Type of:
avitaminosis, hypovitaminosis
any of several diseases caused by deficiency of one or more vitamins
2

n inflammation of the vertebral column

Type of:
inflammation, redness, rubor
a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat
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