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Definition of Trochanter

1. Noun. One of the bony prominences developed near the upper extremity of the femur to which muscles are attached.

Definition of Trochanter

1. n. One of two processes near the head of the femur, the outer being called the great trochanter, and the inner the small trochanter.

Definition of Trochanter

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Medical Definition of Trochanter

1. 1. One of two processes near the head of the femur, the outer being called the great trochanter, and the inner the small trochanter. 2. The third joint of the leg of an insect, or the second when the trochantine is united with the coxa. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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