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gomphosis
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English
Etymology
From Ancient Greek γόμφος (gómphos, “peg”) + -osis.
Noun
gomphosis (plural gomphoses)
- (anatomy) A type of fibrous, immovable joint such as the one between the teeth and the alveolar bone.
- Synonym: peg-and-socket joint
Derived terms
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