abnormality
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nɔrˈmæl
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abnormality (ˌæbnɔːˈmælɪtɪ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -ties | |
| 1. | an abnormal feature, event, etc |
| 2. | a physical malformation; deformity |
| 3. | deviation from the typical or usual; irregularity |
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Word Origin & History
abnormality
"quality of being abnormal," 1854; "abnormal feature or quality," 1859, from abnormal (q.v.). Earlier as abnormity (1731).
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Medical Dictionary
abnormality ab·nor·mal·i·ty (āb'nôr-māl'ĭ-tē)
n.
An anomaly, malformation, or difference from the normal.
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Example sentences
The device picks up a subtle abnormality in electrical current that occurs when one of the coronary arteries is blocked by a clot.
In some cases, an abnormality may occur as the cells as growing in the lab dish.
The abnormality occurs when an embryo is damaged in the womb.
Court order given for fetal abnormality or medical exceptions.
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