First Known Use: circa 1881
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diplegia
noun di·ple·gia \dī-ˈplē-j(ē-)ə\
Definition of DIPLEGIA
: paralysis of corresponding parts on both sides of the body
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Origin of DIPLEGIA
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diplegia
noun di·ple·gia \dī-ˈplē-j(ē-)ə\
Medical Definition of DIPLEGIA
: paralysis of corresponding parts (as the legs) on both sides of the body
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