arthrodial

/ɑrθrəʊˈdiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an arthrodial joint

“The arthrodial joint allowed for greater flexibility in the new robotic design.”

2. noun

a joint that allows for movement in more than two planes, especially in arthropods such as insects and crustaceans

“The arthrodial joint is a crucial component of an insect’s exoskeleton.”

Synonyms

  • amphiarthrodial
  • arthrodial
  • synarthrodial

Antonyms

  • immovable
  • inflexible