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gynecomastia

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Gynecomastia (noun) means (medicine) A condition in which a man's breasts grow larger than normal, similar to a woman's.

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(medicine) A condition in which a man's breasts grow larger than normal, similar to a woman's.

"But probably the primary reason for gynecomastia in adult onset is drugs—and these are not illegal drugs." — Merle J. Yost, Demystyifying Gynecomastia: Men with Breasts (2006)

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

An internationalism, formed from gyneco- and -mastia.

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"gynecomastia" (noun) means (medicine) A condition in which a man's breasts grow larger than normal, similar to a woman's.