sesamoid

/sɛsəˈmoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, oval bone embedded within a tendon, especially one that connects a muscle to a bone.

“The doctor examined the sesamoid bone in the patient’s foot.”

2. adjective

Resembling or relating to a sesamoid bone.

“The sesamoid structure of the human body is essential for movement and support.”

Synonyms

  • embedded bone
  • small bone

Antonyms

  • freestanding bone
  • large bone