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Adjective microcephalous has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebMicrocephalousDefinition: Microcephalous is an adjective that refers to a medical condition characterized by having an abnormally small head or cranium, often resulting in intellectual disabilities and developmental delays. Sense 1 (Medical): When used in a medical context, microcephalous describes individuals who have an abnormally small head size due to underdevelopment of the brain during gestation or abnormal brain growth. Example: The doctor diagnosed the baby with microcephalous, which explained the developmental delays he was experiencing. Sense 2 (Figurative): In a figurative sense, microcephalous can describe someone exhibiting traits or behaviors associated with lack of intelligence or narrow-mindedness. Example: His stubborn refusal to consider other perspectives revealed his microcephalous approach to problem-solving. | ||||
microbiology synonym microbrachia microbrewery microcapsule microcassette microcausem microcentrum microcephalic microcephalous microcephalus microcephaly microchip microchiroptera microcircuit microcircuits micrococcaceae micrococcus
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