Noun: lactose intolerance 'lak,tows in'tó-lu-run(t)s
- Congenital disorder consisting of an inability to digest milk and milk products; absence or deficiency of lactase results in an inability to hydrolyse lactose
"Many adults develop lactose intolerance as they age";
- lactase deficiency, milk intolerance
Derived forms: lactose intolerances
Type of: genetic abnormality, genetic defect, genetic disease, genetic disorder, hereditary condition, hereditary disease, inherited disease, inherited disorder
Encyclopedia: Lactose intolerance