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Definition of Ginglymus
1. Noun. A freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane.
Exact synonyms: Ginglymoid Joint, Hinge Joint
Generic synonyms: Articulatio Synovialis, Diarthrosis, Synovial Joint
Specialized synonyms: Articulatio Genus, Genu, Human Knee, Knee, Knee Joint, Articulatio Cubiti, Cubital Joint, Cubitus, Elbow, Elbow Joint, Human Elbow, Interphalangeal Joint
Generic synonyms: Articulatio Synovialis, Diarthrosis, Synovial Joint
Specialized synonyms: Articulatio Genus, Genu, Human Knee, Knee, Knee Joint, Articulatio Cubiti, Cubital Joint, Cubitus, Elbow, Elbow Joint, Human Elbow, Interphalangeal Joint
Definition of Ginglymus
1. n. A hinge joint; an articulation, admitting of flexion and extension, or motion in two directions only, as the elbow and the ankle.
Definition of Ginglymus
1. Noun. (anatomy) A hinge joint. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Ginglymus
1. a hinge-joint [n GINGLYMI]
Medical Definition of Ginglymus
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Origin: NL, fr. Gr. A hingelike joint, a ball and socket joint.
Lexicographical Neighbors of Ginglymus
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