ANEMIA

PRONUNCIATION: (uh-NEE-mee-uh)

MEANING: noun:
1. A medical condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin resulting in weakness, tiredness, shortness of breath, and paleness.
2. A lack of vitality, strength, or vividness.

ETYMOLOGY: From Greek anaimia, from an- (without) + haima (blood). Earliest documented use: 1807. The adjective is anemic, but the word anemious is entirely different.
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AGE-MIA - I don't know how old I am

ONE. MIA. - How many women did Frank Sinatra marry in 1966?

ANTE MIA - Yes, I'm in, deal the cards!