First Known Use: circa 1888
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dyslexia
noun dys·lex·ia \dis-ˈlek-sē-ə\
medical : a condition in the brain that makes it hard for a person to read, write, and spell
Full Definition of DYSLEXIA
: a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing
— dys·lex·ic \-sik\ adjective or noun
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Origin of DYSLEXIA
New Latin, from dys- + Greek lexis word, speech, from legein to say — more at legend
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dyslexia
noun dys·lex·ia \dis-ˈlek-sē-ə\
Definition of DYSLEXIA for Kids
: a learning disability in which a person usually has a problem in reading, spelling, and writing
— dys·lex·ic \-ˈlek-sik\ adjective
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dyslexia
noun dys·lex·ia \dis-ˈlek-sē-ə\
Medical Definition of DYSLEXIA
: a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing
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