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Symphysis (Noun)

Meaning 1

An abnormal adhesion of two or more structures.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The midline of the chin appeared to be off-center due to a symphysis of the two halves of the mandible during fetal development.
  • In anatomical terms, the hyphae form a symphysis that grows on the outside of the root system, providing essential nutrients to the plant.
  • The formation of a symphysis between the radius and the ulna bone caused a notable increase in the patient's arm rigidity.
  • Insufficient pruning led to the development of a symphysis between the grafted branch and the root stock of the tree, potentially choking out the host.
  • Microscopic examination showed an abnormal symphysis in the sample, resulting in an unusually dense structure with unusually aligned cellular components.

Meaning 2

A growing together of parts or structures.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The jawbone is connected by a cartilaginous symphysis allowing some degree of flexibility.
  • Symphysis of the sternum occurs in childhood and adolescence when the breastbone completely fuses together.
  • There is a pubic symphysis in the human body where the two halves of the pelvis connect.
  • Symphysis refers to the region where some vertebrae meet to form the mandible in reptiles.
  • Adult skeletons usually exhibit a midline symphysis at the site where the two halves of the occipital bone fuse together in childhood.

Hypernyms

  • Biological Process
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