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DROPSICAL
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Dictionary entry overview: What does dropsical mean?
• DROPSICAL (adjective)
The adjective DROPSICAL has 1 sense:
1. swollen with an excessive accumulation of fluid
Familiarity information: DROPSICAL used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Swollen with an excessive accumulation of fluid
Synonyms:
dropsical; edematous
Similar:
unhealthy (not in or exhibiting good health in body or mind)
Derivation:
dropsy (swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities)
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