lycorexia

English edit

Etymology edit

Ancient Greek λύκος (lúkos, “wolf”) + ὄρεξις (órexis, “appetite”).

Noun edit

lycorexia (uncountable)

(pathology, obsolete) Constant, excessive hunger.
Synonym: cynorexia

Usage notes edit

Formerly considered to be a synonym of bulimia.

Translations edit

Translations

Italian: licoressia f

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