Rickets word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "rickets" word

[noun] childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus

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\Rick"ets\, n. pl. [Of uncertain origin; but cf. AS. wrigian to bend, D. wrikken to shake, E. wriggle.] (Med.) A disease which affects children, and which is characterized by a bulky head, crooked spine and limbs, depressed ribs, enlarged and spongy articular epiphyses, tumid abdomen, and short stature, together with clear and often premature mental faculties. The essential cause of the disease appears to be the nondeposition of earthy salts in the osteoid tissues. Children afflicted with this malady stand and walk unsteadily. Called also {rachitis}.

Synonyms for rickets

rachitis

See also: avitaminosis | hypovitaminosis |

The fun area, different aproach to word »rickets«

Let's analyse "rickets" as pure text. This string has Seven letters in Two syllables and Two vowels. 28.6% of vowels is 10% less then average English word. Written in backwards: STEKCIR. Average typing speed for these characters is 1930 milliseconds. [info]

Morse code: .-. .. -.-. -.- . - ...

Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: rickets: 9 + 5 = 14, reduced: 5 . and the final result is Five.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: rickets: 9 + 9 + 3 + 2 + 5 + 2 + 1 = 31, reduced: 4, and the final result is Four.

Tarot cards

Letter	Num.	Tarot c.	Meaning
C (1)	3	Empress	Patient, Willful, Strong, Giving
E (1)	5	Hierophant	Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
I (1)	9	Hermit	Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
K (1)	11	Justice	Charismatic, Quick, Leader, Bold
R (1)	18	Moon	Patient, Determined, Strong
S (1)	19	Sun	Colorful, Bright, Perceptive
T (1)	20	Judgement	Unswerving, Steadfast, Demanding, Forceful

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