diabetic

UK /daɪəˈbɛtɪk/ US /ˌdaɪəˈbɛtɪk/
adj 3noun 1

Definitions

adj

1

Of or pertaining to diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus.

diabetic complications

the diabetic foot

2

Having diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus.

diabetic patients (patients with diabetes)

He turned diabetic in his thirties.

3

Suitable for one having diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus.

diabetic socks

I also have learned to slip a couple of my diabetic cookies in my purse […] and take them along with me when we are invited out for afternoon coffee.

noun

1

A person with diabetes, usually diabetes mellitus.

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