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Princeton's WordNet

  1. mongolism, mongolianism, Down's syndrome, Down syndrome, trisomy 21noun

    a congenital disorder caused by having an extra 21st chromosome; results in a flat face and short stature and mental retardation

GCIDE

  1. Down's syndromenoun

    A congenital disorder caused by an extra chromosome 21 in some or all cells. It causes a variable number and degree of abnormalities, including retarded growth, mental retardation, a short nose, prominent epicanthic folds on the eyelids, a protruding lower lip, and other physical features having varying degrees of deviation from the normal. Called also mongolism, trisomy-21 and trisomy 21 syndrome.

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  1. down's syndrome

    Down's syndrome, also known as trisomy 21, is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21. It is characterized by distinct physical features, developmental delays, and mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. The degree of impact varies greatly among individuals. Other potential health complications include heart defects, Alzheimer's disease, and leukaemia. The cause is usually not inherited, but occurs during the formation of reproductive cells. There is no cure for Down's syndrome, but early intervention and adequate support can greatly improve the quality of life and promote independence among those affected.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of down's syndrome in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of down's syndrome in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of down's syndrome in a Sentence

  1. Cezary Jasi?ski:

    This idiotic ruling will not prevent abortions, but for every woman who will experience pain because of this ruling, or will be forced to give birth to a child with Down's Syndrome, they( court judges) will be to blame.

  2. Cezary Jasi?ski:

    This idiotic ruling will not prevent abortions, but for every woman who will experience pain because of this ruling, or will be forced to give birth to a child with Down’s Syndrome, they (court judges) will be to blame.

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