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tuberosity
noun tu·ber·os·i·ty \ˌtü-bə-ˈrä-sə-tē, ˌtyü-\
plural tu·ber·os·i·ties
Definition of TUBEROSITY
: a rounded prominence; especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments
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First Known Use of TUBEROSITY
1611
Medical Dictionary
tuberosity
noun tu·ber·os·i·ty \ˌt(y)ü-bə-ˈräs-ət-ē\
plural tu·ber·os·i·ties
Medical Definition of TUBEROSITY
: a rounded prominence; especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments
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