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gynecomastia

[ jin-i-koh-mas-tee-uh, gahy-ni-, jahy-ni- ]

noun

  1. abnormal enlargement of the breast in a male.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of gynecomastia1

From New Latin, dating back to 1880–85; gyneco-, mast-, -ia

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Example Sentences

Gynecomastia or hypertrophy of the mammæ is still more frequent in male criminals.

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