abnormality
noun/ˌæbnɔːˈmæləti/
/ˌæbnɔːrˈmæləti/
[countable, uncountable] (plural abnormalities)
- a feature or characteristic in a person’s body or behaviour that is not usual and may be harmful or cause illness or worry; the fact of having such a feature or characteristic
- abnormalities of the heart
- congenital/fetal abnormality
Extra ExamplesTopics Health problemsc2- The bowel is examined using a camera to detect any abnormalities or changes.
- A nurse noticed an abnormality in her heartbeat.
- These diseases are caused by inherited genetic abnormality.
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