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malassimilation

[ mal-uh-sim-uh-ley-shuhn ]

noun

, Pathology.
  1. imperfect incorporation of nutrients into body tissue.

malassimilation

/ ˌmæləˌsɪmɪˈleɪʃən /

noun

  1. pathol defective assimilation of nutrients

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Word History and Origins

Origin of malassimilation1

First recorded in 1860–65; mal- + assimilation

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Example Sentences

According to the label, Seng is indicated in indigestion, malassimilation, malnutrition and wasting diseases.

In all conditions of malassimilation, there is more or less autointoxication.

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