noun
kyphosis
Kyphosis (noun) means the normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions.
noun
1
The normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions.
2
An abnormal convex curvature of the spine in the cervical or lumbar regions of the spine.
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Etymology
Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek κύφωσις (kúphōsis).
Rhymes for kyphosis
meiosis
mitosis
osmosis
stenosis
necrosis
neurosis
hypnosis
fibrosis
diagnosis
prognosis
symbiosis
halitosis
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of kyphosis?
"kyphosis" (noun) means the normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions.
What are the different meanings of kyphosis?
"kyphosis" has 2 main meanings: 1. The normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions; 2. An abnormal convex curvature of the spine in the cervical or lumbar regions of the spine.