Paralytic

/ˌpærəˈlɪtɪk/ adjective, noun

Definition

Unable to move or feel parts of the body due to nerve or muscle damage, or someone affected by paralysis.

Etymology

From Greek 'paralytikos', from 'paralysis' (to loosen beside), from 'para-' (beside) plus 'lysis' (loosening).

Kelly Says

The Greek root 'lysis' means dissolving or loosening—paralysis literally means your nervous system connections are 'loosened' or broken, which is why it was named by people observing people lose control of their limbs.

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