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Delirium Tremens
see synonyms of delirium tremensNoun
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Delirium Tremens
see synonyms of delirium tremensnoun
a severe psychotic condition occurring in some persons with chronic alcoholism, characterized by delirium, tremor, anxiety, and vivid hallucinations
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Delirium Tremens
see synonyms of delirium tremens a violent delirium resulting chiefly from excessive drinking of alcoholic liquor and characterized by sweating, trembling, anxiety, and frightening hallucinations
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Delirium Tremens
see synonyms of delirium tremensn.
An acute, sometimes fatal episode of delirium usually caused by withdrawal or abstinence from alcohol following habitual excessive drinking. It also may occur during an episode of heavy alcohol consumption.
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