Epiphysis

//ɪˈpɪf.ɪ.sɪs//

Word Type

Noun

The word "epiphysis" can be used as a noun.

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Derived Terms

chondroepiphysis epiphysiodesis epiphysiolysis epiphysitis pseudoepiphysis

Context

anatomy skeleton zoology

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

ductless gland endocrine endocrine gland long bone os longum

Type Of (IsA)

bone part long bone

Related Terms

alveolus bone pineal gland sea urchin

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