Meanings
nounCockayne syndrome (uncountable)
- uncountableA rare congenital disorder characterized by growth failure, impaired development of the nervous system, abnormal photosensitivity, and premature aging.
Synonyms: Neill-Dingwall syndrome, Weber-Cockayne syndrome
Synonyms & antonyms
nounA rare congenital disorder characterized by growth failure, impaired development of the nervous system, abnormal photosensitivity, and premature aging.
Origin
Named after English physician Edward Alfred Cockayne (1880–1956).
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Cockayne syndrome. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Cockayne%20syndrome
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