Ginglymus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡɪŋɡlɪməs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ginglymus is a noun meaning (anatomy) A hinge joint.
Meaning
(anatomy) A hinge joint.
Example Sentences
The Bones of the Fingers are articulated by Ginglymus, and are fifteen in each Hand.
The Ginglymus is, when a Bone receives and is received; and the Property of this Sort of Articulation is to admit only of the Motions of the Flexion and Extension: It is called by Tradesmen Charnall, and it is commonly used in Hinges.
Word Forms
- ginglymi
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gimmal, gymnal, gimmel, jigot, gummy, gimblet.
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