Condylarthrous

/ˌkɒndɪˈlɑːrθrəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by condyle joints; having articulations formed by rounded bone condyles.

Etymology

From kondylos (knob) + arthron (joint) + -ous (possessing quality). Describes anatomical structures or organisms defined by this type of joint.

Kelly Says

This adjective lets paleontologists describe whole groups of extinct animals by their most important feature—how their bones connected—which tells us a lot about how they moved.

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