brachyskelic

/bræksɪˈskɛlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or having a short or abnormal skeleton or skeletal system.

“The brachyskelic condition made the patient’s limbs appear unusually short.”

2. noun

A person or animal with a brachyskelic condition or skeleton.

“The doctor examined the patient’s brachyskelic frame and recommended a custom orthopedic device.”

Synonyms

  • abnormal
  • dysplastic

Antonyms

  • eurypterid
  • orthoskeletal