Hyperthyroidism and Thyrotoxicosis Clinical Presentation - Physical Examination. 1  The thyroid is located in the lower anterior neck. 2  Common signs of thyrotoxicosis include the following... 3  Thyrotoxicosis from Graves disease is associated with a diffusely enlarged and slightly firm thyroid gland. Sometimes, a thyroid bruit can be heard by using the bell of the stethoscope. Toxic multinodular goiters generally occur when the thyroid gland is enlarged to at least 2 to 3 times the normal size.
Launch synonyms. Top launch synonyms (other words for launch) are start, throw and fling.
Word Origin and History for launch Expand v. c.1300, to rush, plunge, leap, start forth; to be set into sudden motion, from Old North French lancher (Old French lancier) to fling, hurl, throw, cast, from Late Latin lanceare wield a lance, from Latin lancea light spear (see lance).