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    Joint

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    Definition 1

    In medicine, the place where two or more bones are connected. Examples include the shoulder, elbow, knee, and jaw. (NCI Dictionary)

    Definition 2

    The connection point between two bones or skeletal elements. The joint may be fixed or movable. (NCI Thesaurus)

    Definition 3

    is an organ that constitutes an anatomical junction; it consists of two or more adjacent bones, parts of which are interconnected by organ parts that consist of various types of connective tissue. Together with other joints and bones, a joint constitutes the skeletal system. Example(s): pubic symphysis, knee joint, temporomandibular joint. (NCI Thesaurus/UWDA)




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