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Hypothyroidism Definition & Meaning

hypothyroidism
noun
  1. an underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones

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What does hypothyroidism mean?
an underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones
What part of speech is hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is a noun.

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