comatose

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com·a·tose / ˈkōməˌtōs; ˈkämə-/ • adj. of or in a state of deep unconsciousness for a prolonged or indefinite period, esp. as a result of severe injury or illness. ∎ humorous (of a person or thing) extremely exhausted, lethargic, or sleepy: the economy remains almost comatose.

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comatose

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comatose (koh-mă-tohs) adj. in a state of coma; unconscious.

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