ataxy, n. [NL. ataxia, Gr. , fr. out of order; 'a priv. + ordered, arranged, to put in order: cf. F. ataxie.].
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Disorder; irregularity. Bp. Hall. [1913 Webster]
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Irregularity in disease, or in the functions. [1913 Webster]
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Loss of coordination in the voluntary muscles, especially the limbs; an inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements; it results in unsteady movements and a staggering gait. See also locomotor ataxia, an ataxia which occurs when attempting to perform coordinated muscular movements. [WordNet 1.5]
Locomotor ataxia. See Locomotor.