"Symphysis" is a word in ENGLISH
An articulation formed by intervening cartilage; as, the
pubic symphysis.
The union or coalescence of bones; also, the place of
union or coalescence; as, the symphysis of the lower jaw. Cf.
Articulation.
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Immovable articulation by close union, as in sutures. It sometimes includes symphysial articulations also. See the Note under Articulation, n., …
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