elephantiasis

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/ˌɛlɪfənˈtaɪəsɪs/

Definition of elephantiasis

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noun

(uncountable, usually)A complication of chronic filariasis, in which nematode worms block the lymphatic vessels, usually in the legs or scrotum, causing extreme enlargement of the infected area.

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noun

(uncountable, usually)A complication of chronic filariasis, in which nematode worms block the lymphatic vessels, usually in the legs or scrotum, causing extreme enlargement of the infected area.
(obsolete, uncountable, usually)Synonym of leprosy.

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From Latin elephantiasis or directly from Ancient Greek ἐλεφᾰντῐ́ᾱσῐς (elephăntĭ́āsĭs).

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