WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

James Parkinson

Description:

James Parkinson was an English physician, geologist, and paleontologist, best known for his 1817 work "An Essay on the Shaking Palsy", which established Parkinson's disease as a recognized medical condition.

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Person

A person named James Parkinson would refer to an individual with the given name James and the surname Parkinson.

Example Sentence: James Parkinson was a highly respected medical professional in his field.

Noun - Medical Condition

Parkinson's disease, characterized by tremors, stiffness, and loss of muscle control, was named after James Parkinson due to his significant contribution to the understanding of the condition.

Example Sentence: My grandfather has been living with James Parkinson for over a decade.

Related Products:

• Books by James Parkinson
• Products related to Parkinson's Disease