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单词 caffeinism
释义

caffeinism

[ ka-fee-niz-uhm, kaf-ee-niz-, kaf-ee-uh- ]
/ kæˈfi nɪz əm, ˈkæf iˌnɪz-, ˈkæf i ə- /

noun

chronic toxicity caused by excessive intake of caffeine, characterized by anxiety, irritability, palpitations, insomnia, and digestive disturbances.

Origin of caffeinism

First recorded in 1885–90; caffeine + -ism

Words nearby caffeinism

cafetiere, cafetorium, caff, caffeinated, caffeine, caffeinism, caffè latte, caffè macchiato, Caffey's disease, Caffey's syndrome, cafone
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Example sentences from the Web for caffeinism

  • But caffeinism is a chemical dependency, not a true addiction.

    Was Demi Moore Really Addicted to Red Bull?|Anneli Rufus|February 1, 2012|DAILY BEAST
  • Caffeinism, Anderson says, is the only slot into which you could slip Red Bull chuggers.

    Was Demi Moore Really Addicted to Red Bull?|Anneli Rufus|February 1, 2012|DAILY BEAST

Medical definitions for caffeinism

caffeinism
[ kă-fēnĭz′əm, kăfē- ]

n.

A toxic condition marked by diarrhea, elevated blood pressure, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, and insomnia, caused by excessive ingestion of coffee and other caffeine-containing substances.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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