noun Download 🔗Share The process of two originally separate bones growing together as the subject matures, as with the pubic bones or lower jawbones in humans. Examples : ""The doctor explained that the child's jawbone was still developing a symphysis, meaning the two halves of the jaw would eventually fuse together." " anatomy physiology medicine body process biology human science Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A line, discernable on an X-ray, showing such fusion. Examples : "The doctor pointed to the X-ray, explaining, "The clear symphysis on your son's wrist indicates that his growth plates have fully fused." " medicine anatomy body part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The cartilaginous material that adjoins and facilitates the junction of such bones, with or without synovia. Examples : "During childbirth, the symphysis between the mother's pelvic bones allows for slight movement to help the baby pass through. " anatomy medicine body physiology biology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading