hypothyroidism
deficient activity of the thyroid gland.
the condition produced by a deficiency of thyroid secretion, resulting in goiter, myxedema, and, when untreated in children, intellectual disability.
Origin of hypothyroidism
1Other words from hypothyroidism
- hy·po·thy·roid, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for hypothyroidism
/ (ˌhaɪpəʊˈθaɪrɔɪˌdɪzəm) /
insufficient production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland
any disorder, such as cretinism or myxoedema, resulting from this
Derived forms of hypothyroidism
- hypothyroid, noun, adjective
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Scientific definitions for hypothyroidism
[ hī′pō-thī′roi-dĭz′əm ]
An abnormality of the thyroid gland characterized by insufficient production of thyroid hormone, which can result in a decreased basal metabolic rate, causing weight gain and fatigue. Compare hyperthyroidism.
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