Adipsy

/æˈdɪpsi/ noun

Definition

An alternative or shortened form referring to the condition of lacking thirst.

Etymology

From adipsia with a shortened form, following the pattern of medical terminology shortcuts. This appears to be a less common variant or colloquial abbreviation of adipsia.

Kelly Says

Medical terminology often gets shortened in clinical settings—much like how doctors say 'MI' instead of 'myocardial infarction'—though 'adipsy' is rarely used compared to the standard 'adipsia.'

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