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hyperfunction /hy·per·func·tion/ (-fungk´shun) excessive functioning of a part or organ.

hyperfunction

[-fungk′shən]

Etymology: Gk, hyper + L, functio, performance

increased function of any organ or system.

hyperfunction [hi″per-fungk´shun]

excessive functioning of a part or organ.

hyperfunction

excessive functioning of a part or organ.

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