gigantism

Definitions

1. The quality or state of being gigantic; being of abnormally large size.
   countable, uncountable
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.
   countable, uncountable

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Examples

“He [...] may have⟳ had a condition called gigantism that explained his notable height.”

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