n a breakdown of a cell layer in the epidermis (as in pemphigus)
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prolonged and excessive intake of alcoholic drinks leading to a breakdown in health and an addiction to alcohol such that abrupt deprivation leads to severe withdrawal symptoms
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any of several human or animal diseases characterized by dark urine resulting from rapid breakdown of red blood cells
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a mental or physical breakdown n
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breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy
