top definitions
quizzes
explore dictionary

arthroclasia

[ är′thrō-klā′zhə ]

n.

A forcible breaking up of the adhesions in an ankylosis to allow more mobility in the joint.

QUIZZES

PRACTICE SOME ESCAPISM WITH THIS WORD OF THE DAY QUIZ!

We salute you if you remember all the doovers from Word of the Day between May 25 and May 31!

Question 1 of 7

salute

to call out to in order to stop, attract attention, ask aid, etc.

to wield power; exercise rule.

to express respect or praise for; honor; commend.

TAKE THE QUIZ TO FIND OUT

Words nearby arthroclasia

arthro-ophthalmopathy, arthrobacter, arthrocele, arthrocentesis, arthrochondritis, arthroclasia, arthrodesis, arthrodia, arthrodial cartilage, arthrodial joint, arthrodire

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.

FREE Learning Activities Try Now