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Symphysis
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Symphysis
• (n.) An articulation formed by intervening cartilage; as, the pubic symphysis. • (n.) The union or coalescence of bones; also, the place of union or coalescence; as, the symphysis of the lower jaw. Cf. Articulation. Found op http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/symphysis/
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symphysis
(from the article `joint`) A symphysis (fibrocartilaginous joint) is a joint in which the body (physis) of one bone meets the body of another. All but two of the symphyses lie ... Found op http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/s/199
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Symphysis
A symphysis is a fibrocartilaginous fusion between two bones. It is a type of cartilaginous joint, specifically a secondary cartilaginous joint. 1.A symphysis is an amphiarthrosis, a slightly movable joint. 2.A growing together of parts or structures Unlike synchondroses, symphyses are permanent. =... Found op http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symphysis
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symphysis
- an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures
- a growing together of parts or structures
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symphysis
Type: Term Pronunciation: sim′fi-sis, -sēz Definitions: 1. Form of cartilaginous joint in which union between two bones is effected by means of fibrocartilage. 2. A union, meeting point, or commissure of any two structures. 3. A pathologic adhesion or growing together. Synonyms: amphiarth... Found op http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=87400
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symphysis
Greek syn = with, and physis = growth; hence a joint where union between the bones is by fibrocartilage - used for median joints. (Symphysis of the mandible is exceptional, the 2 halves fusing before the age of 2). Found op http://www.anatomy.usyd.edu.au/glossary/glossary.cgi?
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symphysis
(sim;fu1-sis) A type of cartilaginous joint characterized by a fibrocartilaginous pad between the articulating bones, which provides slight movement. Found op http://www.mhhe.com/biosci/abio/glossary.mhtml
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symphysis
(sim;fu1-sis) A type of cartilaginous joint characterized by a fibrocartilaginous pad between the articulating bones, which provides slight movement. Found op http://www.mhhe.com/biosci/abio/glossary.mhtml
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symphysis
1) Adhesion 2) Point of junction of the two sides of the jaw Found op http://www.mijnwoordenboek.nl/EN/crossword-dictionary/symphysis/1
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