hypomotility

[hahy-puh-moh-til-i-tee]

noun

Pathology.

1. abnormally slow motility, as of the stomach or intestine (hypermotility ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of hypomotility¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; hypo- + motility ( def. )

Example Sentences

Annabel’s previous illnesses were called pseudo-obstruction motility and antral hypomotility disorders.

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