degenerative : Idioms & Phrases
degenerative arthritis
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noun chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age
osteoarthritis; degenerative arthritis.
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degenerative disorder
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noun condition leading to progressive loss of function
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degenerative joint disease
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noun chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age
osteoarthritis; degenerative arthritis.