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gork

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A terminal patient whose brain is nonfunctional and the rest of whose body can be kept functioning only by the extensive use of mechanical devices and nutrient solutions.

Other meanings

2. noun

A stuporous or imbecilic patient; a patient who has lost brain function.

3. noun

A despised person; dork, geek, jerk.

4. verb

To sedate a patient heavily.

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