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Diabetic vs Dietetic - What's the difference?

diabetic | dietetic |

As adjectives the difference between diabetic and dietetic

is that diabetic is of or pertaining to diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus while dietetic is relating to diet.

As a noun diabetic

is a person who suffers from diabetes mellitus.

diabetic

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Of or pertaining to diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus.
  • Having diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus.
  • Suitable for one having diabetes mellitus.

    • Noun

    (en noun)
  • A person who suffers from diabetes mellitus.

    • dietetic

    English

    Alternative forms

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    Adjective

    (head)
  • Relating to diet.
  • Relating to preparation for those on a restricted diet.

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