eburnation

[ ee-ber-ney-shuhn, eb-er- ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. an abnormal condition in which bone becomes hard and dense like ivory.

eburnation

/ ˌɛb-; ˌiːbəˈneɪʃən /

noun

1. a degenerative condition of bone or cartilage characterized by unusual hardness and a polished appearance

Word History and Origins

Origin of eburnation¹

1830–40; < Latin eburn ( us ) of ivory (equivalent to ebur ivory + -nus adj. suffix) + -ation

Word History and Origins

Origin of eburnation¹

C19: from Latin eburnus of ivory, from ebur ivory

Example Sentences

Eburnation of the articular surfaces is shown by increase in the density of the shadow of the bone in the areas affected.

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The common type of lesion is a dry arthritis with fibrillation and eburnation of the articular surfaces.

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There is eburnation of the articular surfaces in those areas most exposed to friction and pressure.

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Not only are the bones of normal firmness, but the compact substance undergoes a process of hardening called eburnation by Gurin.

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Nor is it advisable to postpone mechanical interference so long that eburnation of the bones has time to take place.

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