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 Definitions of attention deficit disorder  [əˈtɛn dɪŋ]  

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Definition of 'attention deficit disorder' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) attention deficit disorder
a condition, usu. in children, marked by inattentiveness, dreaminess, and passivity.

2.  attention deficit disorder
(no longer in technical use) attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Etymology:  (1980–85)

Definition of 'attention deficit disorder' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) attention deficit disorder, ADD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD, hyperkinetic syndrome, minimal brain dysfunction, minimal brain damage, MBD
a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders



'attention deficit disorder' - Nearby Entries  

attend to  attending  attention  attention deficit disorder  attention deficit hyperactivity disorder  attention-getting  attentional  



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