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Zinc Deficiency

Definition: Zinc deficiency refers to the condition where the body lacks an adequate amount of zinc, an essential mineral for various bodily functions.

Sense 1 (Noun): A medical condition characterized by a deficiency of zinc in the body.

Example Sentence: If left untreated, zinc deficiency can lead to weakened immune system, delayed growth, and skin problems.

Sense 2 (Noun): A scarcity of zinc in a particular geographic region or population due to dietary or environmental factors.

Example Sentence: The zinc deficiency prevalent in this region is causing severe health issues among the local residents.

Sense 3 (Adjective): Referring to something related to or caused by a lack of zinc.

Example Sentence: The doctor prescribed a zinc supplement to address the patient's zinc deficiency symptoms.

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