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polyphagia

noun poly·pha·gia \-ˈfā-j(ē-)ə\

Definition of POLYPHAGIA

:  excessive appetite or eating
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Origin of POLYPHAGIA

Greek polyphagia, from polyphagos
First Known Use: circa 1693
Medical Dictionary

polyphagia

noun poly·pha·gia \-ˈfā-j(ē-)ə\

Medical Definition of POLYPHAGIA

:  excessive appetite or eating—compare hyperphagia

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