
Consumptive
UK
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
US
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/

Translation consumptive into russian
consumptive
NounUK
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
US
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
The sanatorium was filled with consumptives seeking treatment.
Санаторий был полон туберкулёзных больных, ищущих лечения.
consumptive
AdjectiveUK
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
US
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
The consumptive patient was isolated to prevent the spread of the disease.
Туберкулезный пациент был изолирован, чтобы предотвратить распространение болезни.
Definitions
consumptive
NounUK
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
US
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
A person suffering from tuberculosis, especially in the past when the disease was more prevalent and often referred to as consumption.
In the 19th century, many consumptives were sent to sanatoriums in hopes of recovery.
consumptive
AdjectiveUK
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
US
/kənˈsʌmp.tɪv/
Relating to or affected by consumption, especially tuberculosis.
The consumptive patient was advised to rest and follow a strict treatment regimen.
Tending to consume; wasteful or using up resources.
The consumptive habits of modern society are depleting natural resources at an alarming rate.