Definition

A condition where two or more fingers or toes are joined together.

Example

The doctor explained that syndactylism can be corrected with surgery.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of syndactylism?

Yeah, I think it's when fingers or toes are fused together, right?

Exactly! I read about it in a medical article recently.

That's fascinating! I wonder how common it is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Syndactylism → It is formed from "syn-" (meaning together) and "dactylus" (from Greek, meaning finger or toe) and the suffix "-ism" (indicating a condition or state). The term describes a condition where two or more fingers or toes are fused together, hence, they are 'together' in a physical sense.

Memory Tip

Think of fingers or toes that are 'together' ('syn-') and the Greek word for finger ('dactylus') — this helps you remember that syndactylism refers to the condition of fused fingers or toes.

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