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diabesity

Syllabification: (di·a·be·si·ty)
Pronunciation: /ˌdīəˈbēsitē/
Definition of diabesity

noun

informal
  • used to refer to a form of diabetes that typically develops in later life and is associated with being obese: regular exercise helps prevent diabesity

Origin:

1980s: blend of diabetes and obesity

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