Noun: dwarfism 'dwor,fi-zum
- A genetic abnormality resulting in short stature
"Despite his dwarfism, he became a successful actor";
- nanism
Derived forms: dwarfisms
Type of: genetic abnormality, genetic defect, genetic disease, genetic disorder, hereditary condition, hereditary disease, inherited disease, inherited disorder
Encyclopedia: Dwarfism, pituitary