syndesmosis
Definitions
A slightly movable articulation or joint where the contiguous bony surfaces are rough and are united by an interosseous ligament (e.g. between the fibula and tibia at the ankle).
Equivalents
2 more languages
Latinasyndesmosis
Polskiwięzozrost
Examples
“He was diagnosed with syndesmosis in his left ankle, the same injury that cost⟳ Ryan Hoffman a place⟳ in last⟳ year's grand final.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
See also
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