phthisisch

phthisic; wasting away; consumptive

English translations

  1. 01

    phthisic, tuberculous

  2. 02

    phthisic

  3. 03

    tuberculous

Word details

German meaning
An Schwindsucht (Tuberkulose) leidend.
English meaning
Phthisic
Synonym
schwindsüchtig, tuberkulös
German example
Der phthisische Patient hustete stark.
English example
The phthisic patient coughed heavily.

Example sentences with “phthisisch”

  1. Er sah phthisisch aus. (He looked consumptive.)

Frequently asked questions

Is this a medical term?

Yes, it relates to 'phthisis' (tuberculosis or wasting disease) and is mostly historical.