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hypoplastic dwarf

DEFINITIONS OF: hypoplastic dwarf

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n an achondroplastic dwarf whose small size is the result of a genetic defect; body parts and mental and sexual development are normal

Synonyms:
normal dwarf, primordial dwarf, true dwarf
Type of:
dwarf, midget, nanus
a person who is markedly small
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