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Meaning of ECTOPIA

Pronunciation:  ek'towpeeu

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  abnormal position of a part or organ (especially at the time of birth)
 
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 See Also: attitude, position, posture

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Ec*to"pi*a\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ? out + ? place.] (Med.)
A morbid displacement of parts, especially such as is
congenial; as, ectopia of the heart, or of the bladder.
 
Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: An organ or other structure which is positioned abnormally within the body.
 

 

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