word deafness

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Definitions of word deafness words

noun word deafness inability to comprehend the meanings of words though they are heard, caused by lesions of the auditory center of the brain. 1
noun word deafness loss of ability to understand spoken words, esp as the result of a cerebral lesion 0
noun word deafness a cerebral disorder characterized by loss of ability to understand spoken words; auditory aphasia 0

before 1885

One of the 21% newest English words

First recorded in 1885-90

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 5% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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