Ginglymodian

/ˌdʒɪŋɡlɪˈmoʊdiən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of hinge joint varieties or forms, a rarely-used anatomical descriptor.

Etymology

From 'ginglymodi' with the adjective suffix '-an.' This term represents an attempt to create a systematic classification that never became standard in medical usage.

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Some words are created but never survive because they're just too awkward to say in practice—pronounce 'ginglymodian' three times fast and you'll understand why doctors ditched it!

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