the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Difficulty in swallowing.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. In pathology, difficulty in swallowing. Also dysphagy.
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n. condition in which swallowing is difficult or painful
Word Usage
"In the case of patients suffering swallowing problems following a stroke, known as dysphagia, the provision of speech and language therapy delivers £653,000 in net savings to the NHS, or a return of £2.30 for every £1 invested."