Gigantism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /d͡ʒaɪˈɡæntɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gigantism is a noun meaning The quality or state of being gigantic; being of abnormally large size.
Meaning
The quality or state of being gigantic; being of abnormally large size.
More Meanings
- A condition where there is over-production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland in a child before the bone growth plates close, resulting in excessive long bone growth, accompanied by muscular weakness and sexual impotence.
Example Sentences
He [...] may have had a condition called gigantism that explained his notable height.
Word Forms
- gigantisms
Synonyms for gigantism
Depending on context, synonyms include giantism, macrosomia, overgrowth.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include giantism, overgrowth, eunuchoid, acromegalic, giganticness, giantness.
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