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expressive language disorder

a developmental disorder, classified in the DSM–IV–TR as a communication disorder, that is characterized by impairment in acquiring the ability to use language effectively for communicating with others despite normal language comprehension. Manifestations include below-average vocabulary skills, difficulty producing complete sentences, and problems recalling words.

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