exophthalmos

noun

ex·oph·thal·mos | \ ˌek-säf-ˈthal-məs

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, -səf-, -säp- \

variants: or less commonly exophthalmus

Definition of exophthalmos

: abnormal protrusion of the eyeball

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Recent Examples on the Web Bulging or protruding eyes (proptosis or exophthalmos) can be a sign of Graves disease, a disorder causing overactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). — Claire Gillespie, SELF, 19 Oct. 2017

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“Exophthalmos.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exophthalmos. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.

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exophthalmos

noun

ex·oph·thal·mos

variants: also exophthalmus \ ˌek-säf-ˈthal-məs, -səf-

How to pronounce exophthalmos (audio)

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Medical Definition of exophthalmos

: abnormal protrusion of the eyeball

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