Atrophy

n.	1.	A wasting away from lack of nourishment; diminution in bulk or slow emaciation of the body or of any part.
v. t.	1.	To cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken. [p. p. Atrophied ( ).]
v. i.	1.	To waste away; to dwindle.

Noun	1.	atrophy - a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse Synonyms: wasting away, wasting
	2.	atrophy - any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use) Synonyms: withering
Verb	1.	atrophy - undergo atrophy; "Muscles that are not used will atrophy"

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