GINGLYMUS - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
a freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane
Synonyms
Ginglymoid joint, Ginglymus, Hinge joint
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "ginglymus" comes from Ancient Greek γίγγλυμος.
🧩 Fun Fact
Greek traders spread their vocabulary across the Mediterranean, influencing dozens of languages.