deformity
noun
de·for·mi·ty
di-ˈfȯr-mə-tē 
dē-
plural deformities
1
: the state of being deformed
2
: imperfection, blemish: such as
a
: a physical blemish or distortion : disfigurement
b
: a moral or aesthetic flaw or defect
Examples of deformity in a Sentence
a disease causing deformity of the spine
a primitive culture that cast aside infants born with deformities, allowing them to die of exposure to the elements
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Even less savory is the dwelling on body horror, with characters sporting sometimes inexplicable skin conditions or other deformities.
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 15 Jan. 2025
The only thing to be improved about Better Man is the title (not to be confused with A Different Man, the repugnant indie film about deformity).
—Armond White, National Review, 10 Jan. 2025
Bubble butt syndrome usually happens after a boat strike, which can cause deformities in the shell and trap pockets of air within it.
—Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Claw Toe Claw toe is a deformity marked by toes bending downward into a claw-like position, causing pain and balance issues.28
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—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 15 Jan. 2025
The only thing to be improved about Better Man is the title (not to be confused with A Different Man, the repugnant indie film about deformity).
—Armond White, National Review, 10 Jan. 2025
Bubble butt syndrome usually happens after a boat strike, which can cause deformities in the shell and trap pockets of air within it.
—Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Claw Toe Claw toe is a deformity marked by toes bending downward into a claw-like position, causing pain and balance issues.28
28.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for deformity
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“Deformity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deformity. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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deformity
noun
de·for·mi·ty
di-ˈfȯr-mət-ē
plural deformities
1
: the state of being deformed
2
: a physical blemish or twisting out of a natural shape or condition
3
: a morally disgusting or artistically ugly imperfection
Medical Definition
deformity
noun
de·for·mi·ty
di-ˈfȯr-mət-ē
plural deformities
1
: the state of being deformed
2
: a physical blemish or distortion
deformities caused by thalidomide
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