Achondroplasia is a genetic condition that causes a bone growth inhibitor, known as fibroblast growth factor receptor 3, to be overly aggressive and this restricts bone growth. The second most common cause is a deficiency in growth hormone (somatotropin).
tramite m (plural tramiti) 1  intermediary, link. 2  way, means, vehicle per il tramite - through; by means of; via.
Full Definition of METEORITE. : a meteor that reaches the surface of the earth without being completely vaporized. â meÂ·teÂ·orÂ·itÂ·ic \ËmÄ-tÄ-É-Ëri-tik\ also meÂ·teÂ·orÂ·itÂ·iÂ·cal \-ti-kÉl\ adjective.See meteorite defined for English-language learners.See meteorite defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT. a piece of rock or metal that has fallen to the ground from outer space: a meteor that reaches the surface of the Earth without burning up entirely. : a meteor that reaches the surface of the earth without being completely vaporized.