Definition of epiphysis
English to English noun - the end of a long bone; initially separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage that eventually ossifies so the parts become fused
source: WordNet 3.0 - a small endocrine gland in the brain; situated beneath the back part of the corpus callosum; secretes melatonin
source: WordNet 3.0 - The end, or other superficial part, of a bone, which ossifies separately from the central portion, or diaphysis.
source: Webster 1913
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epiphysis, epipubis, episcia, ephesus, epipubic, epizeuxis, epexegesis, epizoic, euphausiacea, eohippus, euphuize, eupepsia, effigies, epigeous, euphagus, epos, epic, epoch, epoxy, epigee
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