Tall
Tall
Tall (/tɔːl/), from the Old English tæl, is a term used in medicine and healthcare to describe a person whose height is above the average for their age and gender.
Etymology
The word "tall" comes from the Old English tæl, which originally meant "quick, ready" but over time evolved to mean "high in stature". The modern English usage of "tall" to mean "of more than average height" dates back to the 15th century.
Medical implications
Being tall can have various medical implications. For instance, tall people may be at a higher risk for certain health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. On the other hand, being tall can also have certain health benefits, such as a lower risk of heart disease.
Related terms
- Height: The measurement of someone from head to foot when standing.
- Growth: The process of increasing in physical size.
- Gigantism: A condition characterized by excessive growth and height significantly above average.
- Acromegaly: A hormonal disorder that results in an overgrowth of bones in the hands, feet, and face.
- Marfan syndrome: A genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue and can result in increased height.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tall
- Wikipedia's article - Tall
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski