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Deaf-mutism:

Definition: Deaf-mutism refers to the state or condition of being both deaf and unable to speak or communicate orally.

Senses/Usages:

1. Noun: The congenital or acquired condition of a person being deaf and unable to speak.
• Example sentence: Deaf-mutism is a unique condition that requires alternative communication methods such as sign language.
2. Noun: The collective term used to describe individuals who are deaf and unable to speak.
• Example sentence: The school provides specialized education for those with deaf-mutism.
3. Noun: An obsolete term for what is now known as "deafness" or "deafness and dumbness."
• Example sentence: The term "deaf-mutism" was commonly used in the past to describe individuals with hearing and speech impairments.

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