economy class syndrome

English

Etymology

From its noted occurrence among airline passengers flying long haul in economy class, where there is less legroom than other classes.

Pronunciation

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Noun

economy class syndrome (uncountable)

  1. (pathology, slang) Deep vein thrombosis.
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