macromelia

/mækroʊˈmɛliə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition in which one’s limbs are abnormally long, typically resulting from a genetic disorder such as acromegaly.

“The doctor examined the patient’s X-rays to diagnose the macromelia caused by her acromegaly.”

Synonyms

  • gigantism
  • limb hypertrophy

Antonyms

  • micromelia