Definition

Relating to a disease that affects bones, causing them to become weak and soft, often due to a lack of vitamin D.

Example

The doctor noted that the child's rachitic condition was due to insufficient sunlight exposure.

Conversation

Did you see that little boy at the park?

Yeah, he looked a bit rachitic, didn’t he?

I wonder if he has a health issue or if it's just his diet.

It’s possible; sometimes kids need more vitamin D to avoid being rachitic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rachitic → It is derived from "rachitis" (from Greek "rakhis", meaning spine) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "rachitic" refers to a condition pertaining to the spine, specifically related to rickets, which affects bone development.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rakhis' which relates to the spine, and remember that 'rachitic' describes a condition affecting the spine and bone health.

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