ginglymus
ginglymus · ginglymi
A hinge jointA hinge joint.
/ˈɡɪŋɡlɪməs/
Meaning
1 sensesA hinge joint.
More definitions
- a freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane
Origin
From Late Latin, from Ancient Greek γίγγλυμος (gínglumos, “hinge”).From Late Latin, from Ancient Greek γίγγλυμος (gínglumos, “hinge”).
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Forms
plural: ginglymiSynonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- a freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane:hinge jointginglymoid joint
Word family
1 related wordsDerivedginglymoid
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular