English dictionary
nephrosis
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a syndrome characterized by edema and large amounts of protein in the urine and usually increased blood cholesterol; usually associated with glomerulonephritis or with a complication of various systemic diseases
Synonyms nephrotic syndromeSource: WordNet 3.0
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a disease affecting the kidneys
Source: WordNet 3.0