Definition
abrachia
noun
- A congenital condition characterized by the absence of arms or arm-like limbs.
Usage: medical; from Greek a- (without) + brachion (arm)
Examples
- Abrachia is a rare birth defect that affects limb development.
- The pediatrician explained that abrachia occurs during fetal development.
- Children with abrachia may develop alternative ways to perform daily tasks.
- Medical research continues to study the causes of abrachia and other limb deficiencies.