First Known Use: 1889
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hypoplasia
noun hy·po·pla·sia \-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə\
Definition of HYPOPLASIA
: a condition of arrested development in which an organ or part remains below the normal size or in an immature state
— hy·po·plas·tic \-ˈplas-tik\ adjective
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hypoplasia
noun hy·po·pla·sia \-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə\
Medical Definition of HYPOPLASIA
: a condition of arrested development in which an organ or part remains below the normal size or in an immature state
—hy·po·plas·tic \-ˈplas-tik\ adjective
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