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a⋅prax⋅i⋅a
[uh-prak-see-uh, ey-prak-] 
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–noun Pathology.
| a disorder of the nervous system, characterized by an inability to perform purposeful movements, but not accompanied by a loss of sensory function or paralysis. |
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a⋅prac⋅tic [uh-prak-tik, ey-prak-] , a⋅prax⋅ic, adjective
[uh-prak-tik, ey-prak-] , a⋅prax⋅ic, adjective
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| a·prax·i·a (ā-prāk'sē-ə) n. Total or partial loss of the ability to perform coordinated movements or manipulate objects in the absence of motor or sensory impairment. [Greek aprāxiā, inaction : a-, without; see a-1 + prāxis, action; see praxis.] a·prac'tic (ā-prāk'tĭk), a·prax'ic (ā-prāk'sĭk) adj. |
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Main Entry: aprax·ia
Pronunciation: (')A-'prak-sE-&
Function: noun
: loss or impairment of the ability to execute complex coordinated movementswithout impairment of the muscles or senses —compare EUPRAXIA —aprac·tic /-'prak-tik/ or aprax·ic /-'prak-sik/ adjective
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apraxia a·prax·i·a (ā-prāk'sē-ə)
n.
- A disorder of voluntary movement consisting of the partial or complete inability to execute purposeful movements without the impairment of muscular power and coordination.
- A psychomotor defect characterized by the inability to make proper use of a known object.
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