noun
hypotrophy
Hypotrophy (noun) means a degeneration in the functioning of an organ due to the reduction of the volume of the cells.
noun
1
A degeneration in the functioning of an organ due to the reduction of the volume of the cells.
2
The growth of buds, stipules, or excess wood on the lower side.
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Etymology
From hypo- + -trophy.
Rhymes for hypotrophy
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What is the meaning of hypotrophy?
"hypotrophy" (noun) means a degeneration in the functioning of an organ due to the reduction of the volume of the cells.
What are the different meanings of hypotrophy?
"hypotrophy" has 2 main meanings: 1. A degeneration in the functioning of an organ due to the reduction of the volume of the cells; 2. The growth of buds, stipules, or excess wood on the lower side.