gigantism
|gi-gan-tism|
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/dʒaɪˈɡænˌtɪzəm/
excessive growth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gigantism' originates from the Greek word 'gigantismos', where 'gigantes' meant 'giants'.
Historical Evolution
'gigantismos' transformed into the Latin word 'gigantismus', and eventually became the modern English word 'gigantism'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the mythical giants, but over time it evolved into its current medical meaning of excessive growth.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition characterized by excessive growth and height significantly above average, often due to an overproduction of growth hormone.
The patient was diagnosed with gigantism due to a pituitary gland tumor.
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Last updated: 2025/05/02 03:44