Definitions

1. noun

A bone, especially one that is part of a limb or the skeleton of a vertebrate.

“The osse structure of the dinosaur’s skeleton was fascinating to study.”

2. noun

A bone or bony part of an organ or structure.

“The doctor examined the osse part of the patient’s knee to diagnose the injury.”

3. noun

A bone or bony outgrowth, especially on the surface of a plant.

“The osse growth on the stem of the plant indicated it was healthy.”