scorbutus

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Definition Noun : - A disease caused by a severe and prolonged deficiency of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), characterized by weakness, anemia, spongy and bleeding gums, and bleeding under the skin. Usage The word "scorbutus" is a formal, medical term. It is used in historical, clinical, or technical contexts to refer specifically to the disease of vitamin C deficiency. In modern everyday English, t...