diaphysis
Americannoun
plural
diaphysesnoun
Other Word Forms
- diaphyseal adjective
- diaphysial adjective
Etymology
Origin of diaphysis
1825–35; < New Latin < Greek, equivalent to diaphȳ́ ( esthai ) to grow between + -sis -sis
Example Sentences
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This calcification prevents diffusion of nutrients into the matrix, resulting in chondrocytes dying and the opening up of cavities in the diaphysis cartilage.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
The diaphysis contains compact bone surrounding a medullary cavity containing bone marrow On either end is an epiphysis containing cancellous or spongy bone.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
The superior end of the diaphysis is connected to the epiphysis.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
Notice the long shaft or diaphysis in the middle of the bone.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
It is seldom pure, a portion of the diaphysis usually being broken off and remaining attached to the epiphysis.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander
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