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Definition of Malacosteon

1. n. A peculiar disease of the bones, in consequence of which they become softened and capable of being bent without breaking.

Definition of Malacosteon

1. Noun. (pathology) Morbid softness of the bones; osteomalacia. ¹

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Medical Definition of Malacosteon

1. A peculiar disease of the bones, in consequence of which they become softened and capable of being bent without breaking. Origin: NL, Gr. Fr. Soft + bone. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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