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hy·per·thy·roid

 (hī′pər-thī′roid′)
adj.
Of, relating to, or affected with hyperthyroidism.
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hy•per•thy•roid

(ˌhaɪ pərˈθaɪ rɔɪd)

adj.
1. of, pertaining to, or having hyperthyroidism.
2. characterized by extreme intensity, emotionalism, or lack of restraint: hyperthyroid journalism.
[1915–20]
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hyperthyroid

adj hipertiroideo
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