giantism
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How to use giantism in a sentence
Indeed, as Marie has said, giantism is acromegaly occurring during the period of adolescence.
Degeneracy | Eugene S. TalbotSome just show radiation abnormalities—giantism, microcephaly, and the like.
The Status Civilization | Robert SheckleyHypertrophy of the gland is directly associated with certain diseases, such as giantism and acromegaly.
The Mystery of Space | Robert T. BrowneAbove 2 m. we have another corresponding state called giantism.
The Races of Man | Joseph DenikerMost cases of giantism, combined as they are with imperfect mentality, are due to disease of this gland.
Disease and Its Causes | William Thomas Councilman
British Dictionary definitions for giantism
/ (ˈdʒaɪənˌtɪzəm) /
another term for gigantism
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