goitered

Meanings

• noun

  A swelling in the neck caused by an enlargement of the thyroid gland.

  - "The old woman had a goitered neck."
  - "Goitered people often have difficulty swallowing."

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Variants

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gather , gathered , gatherer , gatherers , gathering , gathers

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Etymology

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From the Old English 'gaut', meaning 'throat' + 'iera', meaning 'swelling'.

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Trivia

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1. Goiters are more common in areas with iodine deficiency.

2. The largest goiter ever recorded weighed over 110 pounds.

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Related Concepts

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1. Thyroid gland: A gland in the neck that produces hormones essential for growth, development, and metabolism.

2. Goiter treatment: Various methods for reducing the size of a goiter, including surgery, hormone therapy, and iodine supplements.

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Culture

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Goiters have been a topic of interest in medical literature and art throughout history. In some cultures, goiters were believed to be a sign of wisdom or even divinity.

How to Memorize "goitered"

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   - Imagine a large, round swelling in the neck.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'goitered' with the idea of a swollen neck.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'goitered' as 'great throat enlargement'.

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