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sesamoid

ses·a·moid [ séssə mòyd ]


noun  (plural ses·a·moids)
Definition:
 
small roughly spherical bone: a small, roughly spherical bone lying within a tendon to assist in its mechanical action or to bear pressure



adjective 
Definition:
 
relating to various small bones: relating to or being various small bones or cartilages in a tendon or joint such as the knee

[Late 17th century. <sesame]
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