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Microcephalus

Definition:

(noun) Microcephalus refers to a medical condition marked by an abnormally small head and underdeveloped brain, generally resulting in impaired cognitive and physical abilities.

(adjective) Microcephalus describes an individual who has microcephaly.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(noun) A person affected by microcephaly.

Example Sentence: The orphanage provided special care and education for children with microcephalus.

Sense 2:

(adjective) Relating to or characteristic of microcephaly.

Example Sentence: The genetic disorder caused the microcephalus baby to have visible physical and mental abnormalities.

Sense 3:

(noun) A congenital condition where animals, especially certain breeds of dogs, are born with abnormally small heads.

Example Sentence: The Chihuahua breeder was aware of the risks of breeding dogs that might carry the microcephalus trait.

Sense 4:

(noun) A genus of small beetles belonging to the family Silvanidae.

Example Sentence: The microcephalus beetle can be found in decaying wood and tree bark.

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