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Meaning of syndesmosis | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1
/ˌsɪn.dɛzˈməʊ.sɪs/

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

Deutsch Syndesmose
Español sindesmosis
Italiano sindesmosi
Polski więzozrost

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.

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