Abarticulation
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /æb.ɑɹˌtɪk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Abarticulation is a noun meaning (anatomy) An articulation, especially one that permits free motion in the joint; a hinge joint.
Meaning
(anatomy) An articulation, especially one that permits free motion in the joint; a hinge joint.
More Meanings
- The act of dislocating a joint.
- (anatomy) A term sometimes used for diarthrosis, and also for synarthrosis. Also called dearticulation.
Word Forms
- abarticulations
Synonyms for abarticulation
Depending on context, synonyms include diarthrosis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include arthrosis, diarthrosis, amphiarthrosis, exarticulation, pseudoarticulation, enarthrosis.
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