malformation
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/ˌmælfɔːrˈmeɪʃən/
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/ˌmælfɔːˈmeɪʃən/
abnormal formation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'malformation' originates from the Latin word 'malformatio', where 'mal-' meant 'bad' and 'formatio' meant 'formation'.
Historical Evolution
'malformatio' transformed into the French word 'malformation', and eventually became the modern English word 'malformation'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bad formation', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an abnormal or faulty formation or structure, especially in a living organism.
The child was born with a congenital malformation of the heart.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 06:18