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dys·pla·sia
 dysplasia
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- pronunciation:
- dIs
pleI
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- features:
- Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
disordered growth or abnormal development of tissues, bones, or other body parts.
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| derivation: |
dysplastic (adj.) |
The word dysplasia
contains the following parts:
dys-
Greek
prefix
that means bad, difficult, abnormal
  Example words:
dysentery, dysfunction, dyslexia, dysmenorrhea, dyspepsia, dysphagia, dysphonia, dysphoria, dysplasia, dyspnea, dysprosium, dystrophy, muscular dystrophy
- synonyms:
- mal, male
- antonyms:
- eu
plas, plast, plasm, -plasty
Greek
root
that means mold, form; growth
Example words:
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