hypertrophy
nounDivide hypertrophy into syllables:
hy · per · tro · phy
How to pronounce hypertrophy:
Definition of hypertrophy:
- hypertrophy (noun):
- excessive development of an organ or part
- abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ.
- increase in bulk (as by thickening of muscle fibers) without multiplication of parts
Synonyms for hypertrophy:
acromegalyAntonyms for hypertrophy:
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