osteogenesis

[ os-tee-uh-jen-uh-sis ]

noun

1. the formation of bone.

osteogenesis

/ ˌɒstɪəʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs /

noun

1. the formation of bone

Derived Forms

• ˌosteoˈgenic, adjective

Other Words From

• os·te·o·ge·net·ic [os-tee-oh-j, uh, -, net, -ik], os·te·og·e·nous [os-tee-, oj, -, uh, -n, uh, s], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of osteogenesis¹

First recorded in 1820–30; osteo- + genesis

Example Sentences

These effects are mediated by osteogenesis, the process of bone formation involving the differentiation and maturation of bone-forming cells called osteoblasts.

From Science Daily

Due to her condition, osteogenesis imperfecta - which creates brittle bones - Ms Watkins said gaining proper healthcare is almost impossible.

From BBC

And will understanding this mechanism offer insights into conditions where something is wrong with collagen, such as osteogenesis imperfecta?

From Science Daily

“When I was starting out, most of the places I played, they had to lift my wheelchair on to the stage … or sometimes I couldn’t get into the bathroom,” said Lea, who was born with osteogenesis imperfecta or brittle bone disease.

From Seattle Times

A pair of proteins, YAP and TAZ, has been identified as conductors of bone development in the womb and could provide insight into genetic diseases such as osteogenesis imperfecta, known commonly as "brittle bone disease."

From Science Daily