achlorhydria

/eɪˈklɔrˌhaɪdriə/
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Definitions of achlorhydria
  1. noun
    an abnormal deficiency or absence of free hydrochloric acid in the gastric juice; often associated with severe anemias and cancer of the stomach
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    type of:
    disorder, upset
    a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning
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