noun
- plural of symphysis; joints where two bones are united by cartilage, allowing slight movement
Usage: anatomy; medical
Examples
- The pubic symphyses connect the two halves of the pelvis.
- During pregnancy, hormones cause the symphyses to loosen slightly.
- X-rays revealed inflammation in several symphyses.
- The symphyses of the spine allow for flexibility while maintaining stability.
- Doctors examined the patient’s symphyses for signs of arthritis.
- The symphyses are important joints in the skeletal system.