dropsical

adjective

drop·​si·​cal ˈdräp-si-kəl How to pronounce dropsical (audio)
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: relating to or affected with dropsy

Word History

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of dropsical was in 1673

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Cite this Entry

“Dropsical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dropsical. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

dropsical

adjective
drop·​si·​cal ˈdräp-si-kəl How to pronounce dropsical (audio)
: relating to or affected with edema
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