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gomphosis

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Etymology

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From Ancient Greek γόμφος (gómphos, peg) +‎ -osis.

Noun

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gomphosis (plural gomphoses)

  1. (anatomy) A type of fibrous, immovable joint such as the one between the teeth and the alveolar bone.
    Synonym: peg-and-socket joint

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