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Definitions for: Symphysis [n] a growing together of parts or structures
[n] an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures
Webster (1913) Definition: Sym"phy*sis, n.; pl. Symphyses. [NL., fr. Gr. ?,
fr. ? to make to grow together; sy`n with + ? to cause to
grow; to grow.] (Anat.)
(a) An articulation formed by intervening cartilage; as, the
pubic symphysis.
(b) The union or coalescence of bones; also, the place of
union or coalescence; as, the symphysis of the lower jaw.
Cf. Articulation.
See Also: adhesion, biological process, organic process
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