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speech disorder Definition

speech disorder

noun

any conspicuous speech imperfection, or variation from accepted speech patterns, caused either by a physical defect in the speech organs or by a mental disorder, as aphasia, stuttering, etc.

speech disorder Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • motor: Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder caused by disturbances in neuromuscular control of components of the speech mechanism.