Enarthroses

/ɛnɑrˈθroʊsiz/ noun

Definition

Plural of enarthrosis; multiple ball-and-socket joints that allow multidirectional movement.

Etymology

Greek plural of 'enarthrosis': 'en-' (in) + 'arthron' (joint) + '-osis' (condition). Medical terminology following Greek pluralization conventions.

Kelly Says

Enarthroses in your body—your shoulders, hips, and to some extent your wrists—are what let humans do the crazy flexibility moves that other animals struggle with.

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