learning disability

/ˌlʌrnɪŋ ˌˈdɪsəˌbɪlədi/

/ˈlʌnɪŋ dɪsəˈbɪləti/

Other forms: learning disabilities

Definitions of learning disability

1. noun

   a disorder found in children of normal intelligence who have difficulties in learning specific skills
   synonyms: learning disorder

   types:

   dyscalculia

   impaired ability to learn grade-appropriate mathematics

   dysgraphia

   impaired ability to learn to write

   dyslexia

   impaired ability to learn to read

   type of:

   disorder, upset

   a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning