hypothyroidism

noun hy·po·thy·roid·ism \-ˌrȯi-ˌdi-zəm\

Definition of HYPOTHYROIDISM

: deficient activity of the thyroid gland; also : a resultant bodily condition characterized by lowered metabolic rate and general loss of vigor

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International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use: 1905

Medical Dictionary

noun hy·po·thy·roid·ism \-ˌiz-əm\

: deficient activity of the thyroid gland; also : a resultant bodily condition characterized by lowered metabolic rate and general loss of vigor

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