harelip

/ˈhærɪlɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

a congenital deformity of the lip in which there is a cleft or fissure, usually in the upper lip, often involving the primary maxilla and resulting in disfigurement and difficulties with eating and speaking.

“The child was born with a harelip, which made it difficult for her to form words correctly.”

Synonyms

  • cleft lip