Definitions for dwarfism
ˈdwɔr fɪz əmdwarfism

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. dwarfism, nanismnoun

   a genetic abnormality resulting in short stature

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1. dwarfismnoun

   The condition of being a dwarf.

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1. Dwarfism

   Dwarfism is a condition wherein an organism is exceptionally small, and mostly occurs in the animal kingdom. In humans, it is sometimes defined as an adult height of less than 147 centimetres (4 ft 10 in), regardless of sex; the average adult height among people with dwarfism is 122 centimetres (4 ft 0 in), although some individuals with dwarfism are slightly taller. Disproportionate dwarfism is characterized by either short limbs or a short torso. In cases of proportionate dwarfism, both the limbs and torso are unusually small. Intelligence is usually normal, and most have a nearly normal life expectancy. People with dwarfism can usually bear children, though there are additional risks to the mother and child dependent upon the underlying condition. The most common and recognisable form of dwarfism in humans (comprising 70% of cases) is achondroplasia, a genetic disorder whereby the limbs are diminutive. Growth hormone deficiency is responsible for most other cases. Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Those with genetic disorders can sometimes be treated with surgery or physical therapy. Hormone disorders can also be treated with growth hormone therapy before the child's growth plates fuse. Individual accommodations, such as specialized furniture, are often used by people with dwarfism. Many support groups provide services to aid individuals and the discrimination they may face.In addition to the medical aspect of the condition, there are also social aspects. For a person with dwarfism, height discrimination can lead to ridicule in childhood and discrimination in adulthood. In the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, and other English-speaking countries, labels that some people with dwarfism accept include dwarf (plural: dwarfs), little person (LP), or person of short stature (see Terminology). Historically, the term "midget" was used to describe dwarfs (primarily proportionate); however, this term is now regarded as offensive.

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1. Dwarfism

   Dwarfism occurs when an individual person or animal is short in stature resulting from a medical condition caused by abnormal growth. In humans, dwarfism is sometimes defined as an adult height of less than 147 cm. Dwarfism can be caused by about 200 distinct medical conditions, such that the symptoms and characteristics of individuals with dwarfism vary greatly. Disproportionate dwarfism is characterized by one or more body parts being relatively large or small in comparison to those of an average-sized adult, with growth variations in specific areas being apparent. In cases of proportionate dwarfism, the body appears normally proportioned, but is unusually small. There is no single treatment for dwarfism. Individual differences, such as bone growth disorders, sometimes can be treated through surgery, some hormone disorders can be treated through medication, and by hormone replacement therapy; this treatment must be done before the child’s' growth plates fuse. Individual accommodations, such as specialized furniture, are often used by people with dwarfism. Many support groups provide services to aid individuals with dwarfism in facing the challenges of an ableist society.

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Dwarfism

   A genetic or pathological condition that is characterized by short stature and undersize. Abnormal skeletal growth usually results in an adult who is significantly below the average height.

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1. • Genetic Disease

How to pronounce dwarfism?

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   Daniel

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   Mia

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   Karen

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of dwarfism in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of dwarfism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of dwarfism in a Sentence

1. Peter Dinklage:

   In trying to be politically correct, they were politically wrong. People who were trying to be politically correct judged Herve because of how he looked. Herve was not Filipino, he had a form of dwarfism that gave him a certain outward appearance. Herve Villechaize was French.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=dwarfism
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Dwarfism
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dwarfism
4. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=dwarfism