Meaning Of The Word Gigantism

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What's The Definition Of Gigantism?

gigantism in American English
the quality or state of being gigantic
noun: abnormally great development in size or stature of the whole body or of parts of the body, most often due to dysfunction of the pituitary gland

gigantism in British English
noun: excessive growth of the entire body, caused by over-production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland during childhood or adolescence

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