In medical terminology, a loss of ability to express thoughts or communicate ideas (a medical condition related to speech).
From 'a-' (without) + Greek 'phrasis' (speech, expression). Formed using Greek medical terminology patterns to describe speech disorders and communication difficulties.
Medical terminology often takes Greek and Latin roots and combines them in ways that describe exactly what's happening—'afrasia' literally means 'without speech/expression,' which is much more precise than just saying someone can't talk.
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