dyslectic

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dys·lex·ic

(dĭs-lĕk′sĭk) or dys·lec·tic (-tĭk)

A person who is affected by dyslexia.

adj.

Of or relating to dyslexia.

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Noun	1.	dyslectic - a person who has dyslexia individual, mortal, person, somebody, someone, soul - a human being; "there was too much for one person to do"
Adj.	1.	dyslectic - having impaired ability to comprehend written words usually associated with a neurologic disorder dyslexic impaired - diminished in strength, quality, or utility; "impaired eyesight"

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dyslektický

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