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Definition of Gliding joint
1. Noun. A freely moving joint in which the articulations allow only gliding motions.
Exact synonyms: Articulatio Plana
Generic synonyms: Articulatio Synovialis, Diarthrosis, Synovial Joint
Specialized synonyms: Ankle, Ankle Joint, Articulatio Talocruralis, Mortise Joint, Articulatio Radiocarpea, Carpus, Radiocarpal Joint, Wrist, Wrist Joint
Generic synonyms: Articulatio Synovialis, Diarthrosis, Synovial Joint
Specialized synonyms: Ankle, Ankle Joint, Articulatio Talocruralis, Mortise Joint, Articulatio Radiocarpea, Carpus, Radiocarpal Joint, Wrist, Wrist Joint
Medical Definition of Gliding joint
1. A synovial joint in which the opposing surfaces are nearly planes and in which there is only a slight, gliding motion, as in the intermetacarpal joints. Synonym: articulatio plana, arthrodia, arthrodial articulation, arthrodial joint, gliding joint. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gliding Joint
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