Brachygnathia

/ˌbrækɪɡˈneɪθiə/ noun

Definition

A medical condition where the lower jaw is abnormally short or underdeveloped.

Etymology

From Greek 'brachy-' meaning short and 'gnathos' meaning jaw, combined with the medical suffix '-ia'.

Kelly Says

Some dog breeds like Bulldogs are intentionally bred to have brachygnathia, which gives them that cute smushed-face look—but the condition actually causes serious breathing and eating problems for them!

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