noun
- plural of scurvy; instances of a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency, characterized by weakness, anemia, and bleeding gums
Usage: medical
Examples
- The ship’s crew suffered from multiple cases of scurvies during the long voyage.
- Historical records document scurvies among sailors who lacked fresh fruits and vegetables.
- The doctor studied various scurvies to understand the progression of vitamin C deficiency.
- Maritime expeditions often resulted in scurvies before the cause was understood.
- The medical journal published research on preventing scurvies in isolated communities.