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chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age

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  1. n. chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age
  2. n:100 n. chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age