wannarexic
noun/ˌwɒn.əˈɹɛk.sɪk/UK/ˌwɔn.əˈɹɛk.sɪk/US/ˌwɒn.əˈɹɛk.sɪk/CA/ˌwɔn.əˈɹek.sɪk/
Etymology
Blend of wanna(be) + (ano)rexic.
Definitions
One who does not have the eating disorder anorexia nervosa, but wishes to.
- While some experts say these girls likely have body image issues or could develop a more serious eating disorder, wannarexics usually range between healthy and overweight.
- Wannarexics draw anger and derision from people with anorexia and bulimia.
The neighborhood
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