Definition/Meaning of acanthokeratodermia

• English - Noun: acanthokeratodermia ( plural acanthokeratodermias ) ( pathology ) A thickening of the horny portion of the skin on the hand palms and soles of the feet .
• English - Etymology: From Ancient Greek akanth ( akanth , “ spiny ” ) + keras ( keras , “ horn ” ) + derma ( derma , “ skin ” )
• English - Pronunciation: ( US ) IPA (key) : /əˌkæn.θoʊˌkɜɹ. ə .toʊˈdɝ. mi .ə/
• English - References: ^ Thomas , Clayton L ., ed . Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary . 5th . Philadelphia: F . A . Davis Co ., 1993.