floppiness
noun [ U ] uk/ˈflɒp.i.nəs/ us/ˈflɑː.pi.nəs/
松懈,下垂
the quality of being soft and not able to keep a firm shape or position
With decreased muscle tone there is floppiness of the limbs and trunk. 随着肌肉张力的降低,四肢和躯干会变得松弛。
The baby was vomiting and showing signs of floppiness. 婴儿呕吐并出现软弱无力的迹象。
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- The dancer melted into floppiness, then lifted a leg sky-high.
- The operation tightens up tissue at the opening of the throat, eliminating the floppiness and vibration that cause snoring.
- She had an increased heart rate and a sudden feeling of floppiness.