gynandrism

gynandrism
A developmental abnormality characterized by hypertrophy of the clitoris and union of the labia majora, simulating in appearance the penis and scrotum. See hermaphroditism, female pseudohermaphroditism. [gyn- + G. aner (andr-), man]

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gy·nan·drism (gi-) (jə-nanґdriz-əm) 1. female pseudohermaphroditism. 2. hermaphroditism. 3. masculinization in a female.

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  • gynandrism — n. condition in which an organism possesses both female and male organs (Zoology) …   English contemporary dictionary

  • gynandrism — gy·nan·drism …   English syllables

  • gynandry — /ji nan dree, guy , juy /, n. hermaphroditism. Also, gynandrism. [ < Gk gýnandr(os) (see GYNANDROUS) + Y3] * * * …   Universalium

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  • masculinization — The condition marked by the attainment of male characteristics, such as facial hair, either physiologically as part of male maturation, or pathologically by individuals of either sex. [L. masculus, male] * * * n. development of excess body and… …   Medical dictionary

  • female pseudohermaphroditism — a condition in which the affected individual is genetically female and has female gonads (ovaries) but has significant male secondary sex characters. Called also androgynism and gynandrism …   Medical dictionary

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