Definition of Scurvy
Scurvy
Scur·vy


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A disease caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet.

e.g. The pirate's scurvy was treated with fresh fruits and vegetables.

(noun)
a disease caused by insufficient intake of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding of the skin and mucous membranes;

e.g. Because fresh fruits and vegetables could not be stored onboard, sailors suffered from scurvy due to a lack of vitamin C



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