ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Hypotrophy

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Hypotrophy is a noun meaning A degeneration in the functioning of an organ due to the reduction of the volume of the cells.

Meaning

A degeneration in the functioning of an organ due to the reduction of the volume of the cells.

More Meanings

  1. (botany) The growth of buds, stipules, or excess wood on the lower side.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include atrophy, degeneration, hypoplasia, hypofusion, myotrophy, hypoplasty.

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