Meaning of GIGANTISM

Pronunciation:			ji'gantizum
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  excessive largeness of stature [n]  excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland
	Synonyms:		giantism, giantism, overgrowth
	See Also:		bigness, hyperpituitarism, hypertrophy, largeness
Medical Dictionary
	Definition:		Disorder caused by an overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland. It results in excessive size. Also known as giantism.