Osteophyte
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɒstɪəfʌɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Osteophyte is a noun meaning A small, abnormal growth of bone (exostosis, bone spur) that forms along joint margins.
Meaning
A small, abnormal growth of bone (exostosis, bone spur) that forms along joint margins.
Word Forms
- osteophytes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exostosis, osteochondroma, ecchondrosis, postexapophysis, enostosis, ectostosis.
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