allodesmism
|al-lo-des-mism|
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/ˌæloʊˈdɛzmɪzəm/
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/ˌæləʊˈdɛzmɪzəm/
ligamentous joint
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allodesmism' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allodesmos,' where 'allo-' meant 'other' and 'desmos' meant 'bond or ligament.'
Historical Evolution
'allodesmos' transformed into the English word 'allodesmism' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a different type of bond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a joint connected by ligaments.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of joint in which the bones are connected by ligaments, allowing for limited movement.
The allodesmism in the spine allows for some flexibility while maintaining stability.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 21:21