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fatty liver
noun
Definition of FATTY LIVER
: an abnormal condition of the liver marked by excess lipid accumulation in the hepatocytes and caused by injury, malnutrition, or toxins; also : a liver affected with fatty liver
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First Known Use of FATTY LIVER
circa 1839
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fatty liver
noun
Medical Definition of FATTY LIVER
1
: an abnormal condition of the liver that is characterized by lipid accumulation in the hepatocytes to the extent that lipids account for more than five percent of liver weight and that is caused especially by injury, malnutrition, or hepatotoxins
2
: a liver affected with fatty liver
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