SCURVY


Meaning of SCURVY in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' sk ə r-v ē

Function: noun

Etymology: 2 scurvy

Date: circa 1565

: a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes

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