Definition

A swelling in the front of the neck caused by an enlarged thyroid gland, often due to a lack of iodine.

Example

The doctor examined her for signs of a goiter after she reported feeling unusually tired.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a goiter?

Yeah, I think it's that swelling in the neck, right?

Exactly! It can happen when someone doesn't get enough iodine.

That's interesting! I didn't know it was linked to diet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Goiter originates from the Latin word 'guttur' (meaning throat) and the suffix '-er' (indicating a condition or state). The term 'goiter' refers to a swelling in the throat area, specifically the enlargement of the thyroid gland.

Memory Tip

Think of 'guttur' which means throat, and remember that a goiter is a swelling in the throat area.

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