Osteopathological

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Relating to osteopathology. not-comparable

    "This pattern in osteopathological expression may reflect a part of the complex system of adaptations in the Rhinocerotidae over millions of years, where increased mass, cursoriality, and/or increased life span are selected for, to the detriment of long-term bone health."

Example

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"This pattern in osteopathological expression may reflect a part of the complex system of adaptations in the Rhinocerotidae over millions of years, where increased mass, cursoriality, and/or increased life span are selected for, to the detriment of long-term bone health."

Etymology

From osteo- + pathological.

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