synostotic

/ˌsɪnɒˈstɒtɪk/; also /ˌsɪnoʊˈstɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by synostosis, a condition where bones fuse together

“The patient’s synostotic condition made it difficult for the surgeon to operate.”

2. noun

a condition where bones fuse together

“The doctor diagnosed the child with synostotic condition in her left hand.”

Synonyms

  • craniostenotic
  • synostosic
  • synostotic

Antonyms

  • disarticulated
  • unfused