HYPERTHYROIDISM


Meaning of HYPERTHYROIDISM in English

[ ˌhʌɪpə'θʌɪrɔɪdɪz(ə)m ]

■ noun Medicine overactivity of the thyroid gland, resulting in a rapid heartbeat and an increased rate of metabolism.

Derivatives

hyperthyroid adjective

hyperthyroidic adjective

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