n.坏血病
adj.卑鄙的，无耻的，下流的，同“scurfy”

Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C.
没有维生素C会导致坏血病。
The sailors on that ship suffered from scurvy due to their poor diet.
那艘船上的水手因为饮食不良患上了坏血病。
The early explorers knew to carry limes to prevent scurvy during long voyages.
早期探险家知道在长途航行中携带柠檬以防止坏血病。
Scurvy was once a common illness among sailors, especially those at sea for extended periods.
坏血病曾是海员中的常见疾病，特别是在长期出海的人群中。
The discovery of citrus fruits as a cure for scurvy saved countless lives during the age of sail.
发现柑橘类水果可以治疗坏血病，在帆船时代挽救了无数生命。
In the 18th century, the British Navy's reliance on salted beef led to widespread scurvy among its sailors.
18世纪，英国海军对咸牛肉的依赖导致了大量水手患上坏血病。
The symptoms of scurvy include fatigue, gum disease, and an inability to heal wounds properly.
坏血病的症状包括疲劳、牙周病和伤口愈合困难。
Thanks to better nutrition, scurvy is now a rare condition in developed countries.
由于更好的营养，坏血病在发达国家已极为罕见。
A balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables can help prevent scurvy.
平衡膳食，富含新鲜水果和蔬菜，有助于预防坏血病。
The medical community made great strides in understanding and treating scurvy in the 19th century.
在19世纪，医学界在理解和治疗坏血病方面取得了重大进展。