synartete

/sɪˈnɑrθroʊˈsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of fibrous joint where bones are joined by dense connective tissue that allows little movement

“The doctor examined the patient’s synarthrosis to diagnose the cause of the pain in her ankle.”

Synonyms

  • fibrous joint
  • immovable joint

Antonyms

  • diarthrosis
  • planar joint