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hump·back

(hŭmp'bak),
Nonmedical term for kyphosis or gibbus.
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humpback

(hŭmp′băk′)
n.
1. See hunchback.
2. A humped upper back.

hump′backed′ adj.
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hump·back

(hŭmp'bak)
Nonmedical term for kyphosis or gibbus.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
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