Pronunciation: /maɪ.kroʊˈsɛfəli/
noun a medical condition characterized by an abnormally small head in relation to the rest of the body, typically due to abnormal brain development
A1 Microcephaly is a condition where a baby's head is smaller than expected.
A2 The doctor explained that microcephaly can cause developmental delays in children.
B1 The Zika virus has been linked to an increase in cases of microcephaly in newborns.
B2 Researchers are studying the genetic factors that may contribute to microcephaly.
C1 Early intervention programs can help children with microcephaly reach their full potential.
C2 There is ongoing debate among medical professionals about the best treatment options for microcephaly.
adjective microcephalic (relating to or affected by microcephaly)
A1 The doctor explained that the baby had microcephaly, which means a smaller head size than usual.
A2 The researcher studied the effects of microcephaly on brain development in infants.
B1 The genetic counselor discussed the risk factors for microcephaly with the expectant parents.
B2 The neurologist conducted a series of tests to diagnose the patient's microcephaly.
C1 The epidemiologist analyzed the prevalence of microcephaly in different populations.
C2 The medical team collaborated to create a treatment plan for the child with severe microcephaly.
formal Microcephaly is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally small head size in infants.
informal Did you know that microcephaly can result in developmental delays?
slang Having a small head due to microcephaly must be tough.
figurative The project's budget was so small, it was like suffering from financial microcephaly.
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