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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