Malformation
noun
An abnormality in the structure or shape of a part of the body.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with a cardiac malformation.
Often appears as...
- congenital malformation
- cardiac malformation
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Formal
Technical
noun
A thing that is badly or wrongly formed.
The sculpture had several malformations that made it look odd.
Often appears as...
- noticeable malformation
- physical malformation
noun
An abnormality in the structure or shape of a part of the body.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with a cardiac malformation.
Often appears as...
- congenital malformation
- cardiac malformation
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
A thing that is badly or wrongly formed.
The sculpture had several malformations that made it look odd.
Often appears as...
- noticeable malformation
- physical malformation
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Used to describe abnormalities in body part structures, often serious.
A congenital malformation can require medical intervention.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Visible
Malformations are not always externally noticeable; some are internal.
The ultrasound revealed a renal malformation not seen outside.
Pro Tip 3/3Serious Implications
Using 'malformation' conveys a sense of significant and impactful irregularity.
The malformation in her spine affected her mobility.
Compare with
abnormalitydefectdeformitydistortionflawimperfectionmonstrosityregular
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life in a Bulgarian institution for children with intellectual disabilities lying a clip on the top floor in the sector the stuff refers to as malformation there you can send no hope
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Neglect in child-care...
life in a Bulgarian institution for children with intellectual disabilities lying a clip on the top floor in the sector the stuff refers to as malformation there you can send no hope
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