Klinefelter's syndrome
fɛl noun Pathology.
an abnormal condition in which at least one extra X chromosome is present in a male: characterized by reduced or absent sperm production, small testicles, and in some cases enlarged breasts.
Origin:
named after Harry Fitch Klinefelter (born 1912), U.S. physician, co-author of a description of the syndrome
named after Harry Fitch Klinefelter (born 1912), U.S. physician, co-author of a description of the syndrome
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Klinefelter's syndrome Kline·fel·ter's syndrome (klīn'fěl'tərz)
n.
A chromosomal anomaly in males characterized by the presence of two X-chromosomes and one Y-chromosome, causing reduced testicular size, seminiferous tubule dysgenesis, and infertility. Also called XXY syndrome.
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