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Dwarfism: meaning, definitions and examples

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dwarfism

 

[ หˆdwษ”rfษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Dwarfism is a medical or genetic condition characterized by an adult height of 4 feet 10 inches (147 cm) or shorter. It is primarily caused by a genetic mutation affecting skeletal growth. There are over 200 different types of dwarfism, with the most common being achondroplasia. Individuals with dwarfism may face various health issues, including joint problems and complications related to spinal stenosis. However, many people with dwarfism lead full and active lives.

Synonyms

little person, short stature

Examples of usage

  • Achondroplasia is the most common type of dwarfism.
  • Dwarfism can be associated with other medical conditions.
  • People with dwarfism may seek support for social integration.
  • There are many misconceptions about dwarfism.
  • Advocacy groups work to raise awareness about dwarfism.

Translations

Translations of the word "dwarfism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nanismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅŒเคจเฅ‡เคชเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zwergwuchs

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerdil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐั€ะปะธะบะพะฒั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ karล‚owatoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฐไบบ็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nainisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ enanismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cรผcelik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™œ์†Œ์ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุตูŠุฑ ุงู„ู‚ุงู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trpaslรญkstvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trpaslรญk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไพๅ„’็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ patuljkastost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dvergkalla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑั€ะผะฐะปะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒขแƒแƒ แƒ แƒ–แƒ แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cฤฑrtdanlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ enanismo

Etymology

The term 'dwarfism' derives from the word 'dwarf', which itself comes from Old English 'dweorf', meaning a small creature or person. Historically, the perception of dwarfs has varied significantly, from figures in folklore and myth to individuals in society facing stigma. The medical understanding of dwarfism has developed over time, particularly in the 20th century, as advancements in genetics and medicine have provided greater insight into the causes and implications of this condition. Activism and advocacy have also played a crucial role in shaping societal attitudes towards individuals with dwarfism, promoting acceptance and awareness.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,205 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.