AMNESIC APHASIA
\amnˈiːzɪk ɐfˈe͡ɪzi͡ə], \amnˈiːzɪk ɐfˈeɪziə], \a_m_n_ˈiː_z_ɪ_k ɐ_f_ˈeɪ_z_iə]\
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By Princeton University
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A language dysfunction characterized by the inability to name people and objects that are correctly perceived. The individual is able to describe the object in question, but cannot provide the name. This condition is associated with lesions of the dominant hemisphere involving the language areas, in particular the TEMPORAL LOBE. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p484)
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By Willam Alexander Newman Dorland
Word of the day
tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].