1. affected by or having a goiter; suffering from an enlarged thyroid gland
Usage: medical/clinical term; also spelled 'goitrous' in some contexts

Examples

• The goitred patient was referred to an endocrinologist for treatment.
• Iodine deficiency can lead to goitred conditions in populations without adequate dietary intake.
• The doctor examined the goitred neck and ordered thyroid function tests.
• Goitred individuals may experience difficulty swallowing or breathing.
• Historical records show that goitred populations were common in mountainous regions before iodized salt became available.