myxedema
noun /,mɪksɪ'dimə/
- Definition
- hypothyroidism marked by dry skin and swellings around lips and nose as well as mental deterioration
- Example
- The word 'myxedema' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Synonyms
- myxoedema
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
5
Length
8