dwarfism
noun
dwarf·ism
ˈdwȯr-ˌfi-zəm 
: a condition of stunted growth
especially
: a condition (such as achondroplasia) of people and animals marked by unusually small size or short stature
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Her son and nephew had never been around so many other kids with dwarfism.
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E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2025
Though an Indiana judge dismissed the charges alleging neglect based on Natalia’s age, prosecutors were able to bring charges against the former couple for neglect based on Natalia’s disabling dwarfism, the Journal and Courier reported.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Medical professionals need more training on dwarfism and how to present the diagnosis to parents.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Aug. 2025
But how small does an island need to be before island dwarfism kicks in?
—ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2025
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E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2025
Though an Indiana judge dismissed the charges alleging neglect based on Natalia’s age, prosecutors were able to bring charges against the former couple for neglect based on Natalia’s disabling dwarfism, the Journal and Courier reported.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Medical professionals need more training on dwarfism and how to present the diagnosis to parents.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Aug. 2025
But how small does an island need to be before island dwarfism kicks in?
—ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2025
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“Dwarfism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dwarfism. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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dwarfism
noun
dwarf·ism
ˈdwȯr-ˌfiz-əm
: a condition of stunted growth
especially
: a condition (as achondroplasia) marked by unusually small size or short stature
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