alexia

alexia definition - medical

a·lex·i·a (ə-lĕkˈsē-ə)

noun
Loss of the ability to comprehend the meaning of written or printed words and sentences, usually caused by brain lesions. Also called text blindness, visual aphasia, word blindness.

Related Forms:

  • a·lexˈic adjective

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