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English Vocab #13
English Vocabulary 13: Medicine
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Capillary | Any of the tiny blood vessels that connect the smallest arteries to the smallest veins. |
| Enervate | To deprive someone of strength or vitality; weaken; sap. |
| Epidemic | An outbreak of a contagious disease that spreads rapidly. |
| Epidermis | The outer protective layer of skin. |
| Infirmity | A physical disability. |
| Malady | A disease, ailment, or disorder. |
| Nutrient | Something that nourishes, especially an ingredient in food. |
| Pallor | Extreme or unnatural paleness. |
| Susceptible | Likely to be stricken or infected with or by: susceptible to illness. |
| Virulent | Having a strong tendency to cause harm; very severe; poisonous. |