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hydropsy

/hɪˈdrɒpsi/ noun · British & US
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What does hydropsy mean?

noun

A condition of abnormal accumulation of fluid in a body cavity, especially in the skin, often resulting in swelling.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with hydropsy, which caused her legs to swell severely."

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