rachitis

/rəˈkaɪdɪs/
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Definitions of rachitis
  1. noun
    childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus
    synonyms: rickets
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    type of:
    avitaminosis, hypovitaminosis
    any of several diseases caused by deficiency of one or more vitamins
  2. noun
    inflammation of the vertebral column
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    type of:
    inflammation, redness, rubor
    a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat
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