SESAMOID BONE
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Sesamoid Bone.
Sesamoid Bone - as a noun
Any of several small round bones formed in a tendon where it passes over a joint
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
os sesamoideumsesamoid11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
os2Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The patella is the largest sesamoid bone in the human body."
"The sesamoid bone in the thumb helps to stabilize and strengthen the joint."
"In some cases, sesamoid bones can become fractured or dislocated."
"The sesamoid bone in the foot, located near the big toe, helps with weight-bearing."
"The presence of sesamoid bones can affect the range of motion in certain joints."
