Definitions

1. adjective

pertaining to or characterized by a goiter, a swelling of the thyroid gland, often caused by iodine deficiency

“The village’s goitrous residents were at high risk of hypothyroidism due to the lack of iodized salt in their diet.”

2. adjective

having or characterized by a goiter

“The patient’s goitrous condition made it difficult for her to swallow food.”