Definition of Lordosis

1. Noun. An abnormal inward (forward) curvature of the vertebral column.

Exact synonyms: Hollow-back
Generic synonyms: Spinal Curvature
Derivative terms: Lordotic

Definition of Lordosis

1. n. A curvature of the spine forwards, usually in the lumbar region.

Definition of Lordosis

1. Noun. (pathology) An excessive curvature of the spine, causing a hollow in the back. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Lordosis

1. a curvature of the spinal column [n -DOSES] : LORDOTIC [adj]

Medical Definition of Lordosis

1. Accentuation of the lumbar curvature of the spine. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lordosis

lordkins
lordless
lordlier
lordliest
lordlike
lordliness
lordlinesses
lordling
lordlings
lordly
lordolatry
lordoma
lordomas
lordoscoliosis
lordoses
lordosis (current term)
lordosis reflex
lordotic
lordotic albuminuria
lordotic pelvis
lords
lords-and-ladies
lords and ladies
lords spiritual
lords temporal
lordship
lordships
lordy
lore
loreal

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