Asthenies

/ˈæsθəniːz/ noun

Definition

An archaic or variant plural form of asthenia, referring to multiple instances of weakness or debility.

Etymology

Variant plural form of asthenia, possibly influenced by English pluralization patterns rather than strict Greek forms.

Kelly Says

The existence of variant plural forms like 'asthenies' versus 'asthenias' reflects how medical English was in flux during the 18th and 19th centuries before modern standardization settled most terminology disputes.

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