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as⋅then⋅ic

  [as-then-ik]
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–adjective
1. of, pertaining to, or characterized by asthenia; weak.
2. (of a physical type) having a slight build or slender body structure. Compare athletic (def. 5), pyknic (def. 1).
–noun
3. a person of the asthenic type.
Origin:
1780–90; < Gk asthenikós, equiv. to asthen- (see asthenia ) + -ikos -ic
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as·then·ic   (ās-thěn'ĭk)   
adj.  

  1. Relating to or exhibiting asthenia; weak.

  2. Having a slender, lightly muscled physique.

n.  A person having such a physique.
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Main Entry: as·then·ic
Pronunciation: as-'then-ik
Function: adjective
1 : of, relating to, or exhibiting asthenia : DEBILITATED
2 : characterized by slender build and slight muscular development : ECTOMORPHIC
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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