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symp·tom
 symptom
- pronunciation:
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noun |
| definition 1: |
an indication or sign of something.
His behavior shows the symptoms of loss.- synonyms:
- indication, indicator, mark, sign
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| definition 2: |
an abnormal phenomenon caused by and indicating a disease or disorder.
Fever is a symptom of many types of infections.- synonyms:
- indication, warning
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| related words: |
earmark, herald |
| derivation: |
symptomless (adj.) |
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