Synonyms of hinge joint

Noun


1. hinge joint, ginglymus, ginglymoid joint, synovial joint, articulatio synovialis, diarthrosis

usage: a freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane

2. knuckle joint, hinge joint, joint

usage: a joint allowing movement in one plane only

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