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Definition of Retroflexion
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: Retroflection
Generic synonyms: Motility, Motion, Move, Movement
Derivative terms: Retroflex, Retroflex
Generic synonyms: Motility, Motion, Move, Movement
Derivative terms: Retroflex, Retroflex
Definition of Retroflexion
1. n. The act of reflexing; the state of being retroflexed. Cf. Retroversion.
Definition of Retroflexion
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Retroflexion
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 Retroflexion
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