ɪˈpɪfɪziəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting an epiphysis, especially a growth plate or the part of a bone where it is growing

“The doctor examined the epiphysial plate of the young girl’s knee.”

2. noun

a growth plate or the part of a bone where it is growing, especially in children and adolescents

“The X-ray revealed the presence of an epiphysial in the patient’s femur.”