wasting disease

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Definition Noun : 1. A chronic, progressive disease characterized by severe weight loss and muscle atrophy, often specifically referring to pulmonary tuberculosis in historical contexts : The term describes a condition where the body progressively weakens and wastes away, typically involving the lungs. It is often used as a historical or literary synonym for tuberculosis (TB) or other chronic c...