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Definition of Zygapophysis

1. n. One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of which there are usually four, two anterior and two posterior. See under Vertebra.

2. n. One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of which there are usually four, two anterior and two posterior. See under Vertebra.

Definition of Zygapophysis

1. Noun. (anatomy) One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of which there are usually four, two superior and two inferior. ¹

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Definition of Zygapophysis

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Medical Definition of Zygapophysis

1. Origin: Gr. A yoke + E. Apophysis. One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of which there are usually four, two anterior and two posterior. See Vertebra. Zygapophys"ial. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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