noun
- an abnormal bony growth projecting outward from the surface of a bone
Usage: medical
Examples
- The X-ray revealed an exostosis on the patient’s heel bone.
- Surfer’s ear is a type of exostosis that develops in the ear canal.
- The orthopedic surgeon recommended removing the painful exostosis.
- An exostosis can form as a result of repeated trauma to the bone.
- The athlete’s exostosis was causing significant discomfort during training.
- Multiple hereditary exostoses is a genetic condition affecting bone growth.