a|ne|mi|a

a|ne|mi|a «uh NEE mee uh», noun.

1. a weak condition caused by not enough red cells in the blood or by a loss of blood. It is characterized by pallor, palpitation of the heart, and a tendency to fatigue.

2. Figurative. lack of vigor or strength; weakness. Also, especially British, anaemia.

╂[< New Latin anaemia < Greek anaimíā lack of blood < an- without + haîma blood]