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Definition of Retroflection
1. Noun. A turning or tilting backward of an organ or body part. "Retroversion of the uterus"
2. Noun. An articulatory gesture made by turning the tip of the tongue back against the roof of the mouth.
3. Noun. The act of bending backward.
Exact synonyms: Retroflexion
Generic synonyms: Motility, Motion, Move, Movement
Derivative terms: Retroflex, Retroflex
Generic synonyms: Motility, Motion, Move, Movement
Derivative terms: Retroflex, Retroflex
Definition of Retroflection
1. Noun. Being bent backwards ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Retroflection
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Retroflection
1. Backward bending, as of the uterus when the corpus is bent back, forming an angle with the cervix. Synonym: retroflection. Retroflexion of iris, abnormal position of the iris on the ciliary body after severe concussion. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Retroflection
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