Term: brachydactyly
Origin: Anc Greek
βραχύς/brachys(=short)
+ δάκτυλος/dactylos(= finger, digit) > δείκτης/deiktes(=index finger)
Coined
Definition
Brachydactyly is a general term concerning an inherited trait characterized by disproportionately short fingers and toes due to underdevelopment of the bones in the hands or feet (limb malformations).
