recumbency

noun

re·cum·ben·cy | \ ri-ˈkəm-bən(t)-sē

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plural recumbencies

Definition of recumbency

: the state of leaning, resting, or reclining : repose also : a recumbent position

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The first known use of recumbency was in 1646

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recumbency

noun

re·cum·ben·cy | \ ri-ˈkəm-bən-sē

\

plural recumbencies

Medical Definition of recumbency

: the state of leaning, resting, or reclining also : a recumbent position dyspnea…relieved with recumbency — Elizabeth Dean

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