incompetence, incompetency
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(in″kom′pĕt-ĕns)

(in″kom′pĕt-ĕn-sē)

[L. incompetens insufficient]
Inadequate ability to perform the function or action normal to an organ or part.
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(in″kom′pĕt-ĕns)

(in″kom′pĕt-ĕn-sē)

[L. incompetens insufficient]
Inadequate ability to perform the function or action normal to an organ or part.
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