Definition
goitre
noun
- An abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, visible as a swelling in the front of the neck.
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is 'goiter'; Medical term
Examples
- The patient developed a goitre due to iodine deficiency.
- A visible goitre can sometimes be detected by physical examination.
- Goitre is more common in regions where iodine intake is low.
- The doctor noticed a slight goitre during the routine checkup.
- Thyroid hormone treatment helped reduce the size of the goitre.