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gomphosis

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gomphosis /gom·pho·sis/ (gom-fo´sis) a type of fibrous joint in which a conical process is inserted into a socket-like portion.
gom·pho·sis (gm-fss)
n. pl. gom·pho·ses (-sz)
A type of immovable articulation, as of a tooth inserted into its bony socket. Also called peg-and-socket joint.
gomphosis (gmˈ·fōˑ·sis),
n a fibr-ous articulation within the periosteal lining, such as that present in the tooth socket.
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Gomphosis.
gomphosis (gämfō´sis),
n a form of joint in which a conical body is fastened into a socket, as a tooth is fastened into the jaw.
gomphosis
a type of fibrous joint in which a conical process is inserted into a socket-like portion.
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