/ˈmælfɔːrmd/ MAL-fawrd

Definitions

1. adjective

not shaped or formed correctly; having an abnormal or deformed shape or structure

“The surgeon was concerned about the malformed limb and decided to operate immediately.”

2. noun

a thing that is not shaped or formed correctly; an abnormal or deformed structure or shape

“The scientist studied the malformed fetus in the microscope.”