noun
- plural of dwarfness; the quality or state of being a dwarf; abnormally small stature
Usage: typically used in medical or scientific contexts; formal or technical register
Examples
- The study examined various causes of dwarfnesses in plant species.
- Medical researchers documented different types of dwarfnesses across populations.
- Genetic factors can contribute to dwarfnesses in both humans and animals.
- The botanist noted the dwarfnesses of the alpine plants adapted to harsh conditions.