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hip joint

noun

Definition of HIP JOINT

:  the articulation between the femur and the innominate bone
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First Known Use of HIP JOINT

1794
Medical Dictionary

hip joint

noun

Medical Definition of HIP JOINT

:  the ball-and-socket joint comprising the articulation between the femur and the hip bone

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