Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of ectromelia, a rare congenital condition in which one or more limbs are absent.

“The patient was diagnosed with ectromelic limbs and underwent surgery for a prosthetic replacement.”

2. noun

A person or animal affected by ectromelia, especially one with missing limbs.

“The doctors took special care of the ectromelic child and helped him adapt to his new prosthetic limbs.”