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Definition of pachygyria

pachygyria

/ˌpækɪˈdʒaɪriə/
pach · y · gy · ri · a
Adjective:pachygyric
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• noun

1

A congenital developmental disorder of the brain characterized by unusually thick and broad convolutions (gyri) of the cerebral cortex, resulting from abnormal neuronal migration during embryonic development.

Example

"The pediatric neurologist noted widespread pachygyria on the MRI, which explained the infant's severe developmental delays and early-onset seizures."

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pachycephalosaurus
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pachysandra
pachystachys
pacific blue tang

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'pachys' meaning 'thick', 'gyros' meaning 'ring' or 'convolution', combined with the medical suffix '-ia' denoting a condition.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pachygyria. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pachygyria
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