goiter | ||
1. | [ noun ] (medicine) abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from under-production or over-production of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet | |
Synonyms: | goitre thyromegaly struma | |
Related terms: | disease deficiency_disease | |
Similar spelling: |
Gouthier goitre goat_rue gaiter Goodyera |