parkinsonism

(pärkin sən iz′əm)

noun

  1. any of various brain disorders characterized by muscle rigidity as in Parkinson's disease, with or without tremor
  2. Parkinson's disease

Origin: see Parkinson's disease

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See parkinsonism in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. Any of a group of nervous disorders similar to Parkinson's disease, marked by muscular rigidity, tremor, and impaired motor control and often having a specific cause, such as the use of certain drugs or frequent exposure to toxic chemicals. Also called Parkinson's syndrome.
  2. Parkinson's disease.

Origin:

Origin: From Parkinson's disease

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  • Parˌkin·soˈni·an (-sōˈnē-ən) adjective

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