goiter


Definition: Meaning of, goiter in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈgɔɪtə /

  • noun
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goiter goiters
North American English ; goitre elsewhere
  1. abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from underproduction or overproduction of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet
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goiter used in phrases

  • exophthalmic goiter (noun)
    1. exophthalmos occurring in association with goitre; hyperthyroidism with protrusion of the eyeballs
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