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ailment

[ eyl-muhnt ]

noun

  1. a physical disorder or illness, especially of a minor or chronic nature.


ailment

/ ˈɪəԳ /

noun

  1. a slight but often persistent illness
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of ailment1

First recorded in 1700–10; ail + -ment
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In 2021, the need to be terminally ill was removed, and in two years' time, the Canadian government plans to open Maid to adults solely with a mental illness and no physical ailment.

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His unfettered commitment and remarkable presence scored Kilmer a sizable fanbase long before his ailments forced him to reduce his work later in life.

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Vaccination rates have declined, particularly among children, for the flu and other ailments, according to Chin-Hong.

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Some might argue no dignity either, with their pain and ailments, oxygen bottles and intravenous drips all on public display.

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Cassidy’s intent to serve as a one-man bulwark against measles, polio and dozens of other ailments may be sincere.

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