About The Word Symphysis
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Symphysis
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What's The Definition Of Symphysis?
[n] a growing together of parts or structures
[n] an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures Synonyms | Synonyms for Symphysis: Related Terms | Find terms related to Symphysis: See Also | adhesion | biological process | organic process Symphysis In Webster's Dictionary \Sym"phy*sis\, n.; pl. {Symphyses}. [NL., fr. Gr. ?,
fr. ? to make to grow together; sy`n with + ? to cause to
grow; to grow.] (Anat.)
(a) An articulation formed by intervening cartilage; as, the
pubic symphysis.
(b) The union or coalescence of bones; also, the place of
union or coalescence; as, the symphysis of the lower jaw.
Cf. {Articulation}.
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