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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