Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hyperdactyly

Noun

/ˌhaɪpərˈdæktɪli/

Definition

A condition characterized by having an excessive number of fingers or toes.

Examples

She was born with hyperdactyly, having six fingers on each hand.
In some cases of hyperdactyly, the extra digits can be fully functional.
Returning to her childhood, she recalled how her unusual condition made her stand out, leading her friends to admire her unique hyperdactyly.

Meaning

Hyperdactyly refers to the presence of more than the normal number of fingers or toes, which can result in having six or more digits on one hand or foot.