abarthrosis
|a-bar-thro-sis|
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/ˌæbɑːrˈθroʊsɪs/
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/ˌæbɑːˈθrəʊsɪs/
limited movement joint
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abarthrosis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'abarthrosis,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'barthrosis' meant 'joint.'
Historical Evolution
'abarthrosis' changed from the Greek word 'abarthrosis' and eventually became the modern English word 'abarthrosis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a joint with limited movement,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of joint in the body that allows for limited movement, typically found in the spine.
The abarthrosis in the spine allows for some flexibility.
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Last updated: 2025/03/29 13:06
