gomphosis

English edit

Etymology edit

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

Noun edit

gomphosis (plural gomphoses)

(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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