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Noun: achlorhydria  ,ey,klor'hI-dree-u
  1. An abnormal deficiency or absence of free hydrochloric acid in the gastric juice; often associated with severe anemias and cancer of the stomach

Derived forms: achlorhydrias

Type of: disorder, upset

Encyclopedia: Achlorhydria