Desmogenous

/dɛzˈmɒdʒənəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or arising from connective tissue development; describing tissues or structures that originate from or produce connective tissue.

Etymology

From Greek 'desmos' (bond) + 'genos' (origin) + suffix '-ous' (having the quality of). Describes anything connected with the origin or production of connective tissue.

Kelly Says

Desmogenous processes are happening right now in your growing body—your ligaments and connective tissues are constantly being generated and maintained through desmogenous activity!

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