hypospadias

/ ˌhaɪpəˈspeɪdɪəs /

noun

1. pathol a congenital condition in which the opening of the urethra is situated on the underside of the penis instead of at its tip

Word History and Origins

Origin of hypospadias¹

C19: from Greek hupospadias man with hypospadia, from hypo- + spadias , prob from spadōn eunuch

Example Sentences

Another gene, NR5A1, is currently fascinating researchers because variations in it cause a wide range of effects, from underdeveloped gonads to mild hypospadias in men, and premature menopause in women.

From Scientific American

This condition is called hypospadias and can cause a misdirected urinary stream or difficulty achieving a pregnancy.

From Salon

The chemicals have been linked to breast cancer in women and hypospadias, a birth defect in boys.

From New York Times

But, when interviewed by the Independent, Craigie said that it was a “leap” to suggest the Führer had a micropenis because he suffered from hypospadias.

From Time

Another gene, NR5A1, is currently fascinating researchers because variations in it cause a wide range of effects10, from underdeveloped gonads to mild hypospadias in men, and premature menopause in women.

From Nature