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arthrodia
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arthrodia, n. [NL., fr. Gr. , fr. well articulated; 'a`rqron a joint + shape.].
A form of diarthrodial articulation in which the articular surfaces are nearly flat, so that they form only an imperfect ball and socket. [1913 Webster]
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