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ARTHRODIA
Etymology
Noun
arthrodia (plural arthrodias)
(anatomy) A form of diarthrodial articulation in which the articular surfaces are nearly flat, so that they form only an imperfect ball and socket joint.
Source: Wiktionary
Ar*thro"di*a, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Anat.)
Definition: A form of diarthrodial articulation in which the articular surfaces are nearly flat, so that they form only an imperfect ball and socket.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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