Definitions of giantism
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excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland
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synonyms:
gigantism, overgrowth
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type of:
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hypertrophy
abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ
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hypertrophy
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excessive largeness of stature
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