Meaning & use
amphiarthroses
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Plural of amphiarthrosis: slightly movable joints connected by cartilage, such as those between vertebrae.
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The joints between the vertebrae are amphiarthroses, allowing limited flexibility of the spine.
The pubic symphysis is a classic example of an amphiarthrosis.
A note on using this word
From Greek 'amphi-' (both, around) and 'arthrosis' (joint), reflecting a joint type between freely movable and immovable.
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