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epiphysis

Definition of epiphysis (English)

noun

  1. the end of a long bone; initially separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage that eventually ossifies so the parts become fused
    sumber: wordnet30
  2. a small endocrine gland in the brain; situated beneath the back part of the corpus callosum; secretes melatonin
    sumber: wordnet30
  3. The end, or other superficial part, of a bone, which ossifies separately from the central portion, or diaphysis.
    sumber: webster1913