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pa·raly·sis (pə ral′ə sis)
noun pl. paralyses -·ses′ (-sēz′)
- partial or complete loss, or temporary interruption, of a function, esp. of voluntary motion or of sensation in some part or all of the body
- any condition of helpless inactivity or of inability to act
Etymology: L < Gr paralysis < paralyein, to loosen, dissolve, or weaken at the side: see para- & lysis
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