gigantism
/d͡ʒaɪˈɡæntɪzəm/
noun 2
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2VERB + GIGANTISM
called
GIGANTISM + NOUN
evolutionary
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noun
1
The quality or state of being gigantic; being of abnormally large size.
2
A condition where there is over-production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland in a child before the bone growth plates close, resulting in excessive long bone growth, accompanied by muscular weakness and sexual impotence.
He [...] may have had a condition called gigantism that explained his notable height.
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He [...] may have had a condition called gigantism that explained his notable height.
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"Gigantism is an evolutionary survival strategy, especially for herbivorous animals, because size is a form of defense against predators," Apaldetti said.
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