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abnormality

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɐnuɾmɐliˈðaðɨ/a·nor·ma·li·da·de

Definition

1

The quality or state of being abnormal; a deviation from what is normal, usual, or expected.

Usage examples

The scan showed a slight abnormality in the lung tissue.
Such a high level of aggression is considered an abnormality in this species.

Common combinations

genetic abnormalitybehavioral abnormalitydetect an abnormality