Metapophysis
Translation of "metapophysis" into Russian
metapophysis
NounUK
/ˌmɛtəˈpɒfɪsɪs/
US
/ˌmɛtəˈpɑfɪsɪs/
metapophysis
metapophyses pl
метапофиз
The metapophysis is a bony projection on the vertebra.
Метапофиз - это костный выступ на позвонке.
Definitions
metapophysis
NounUK
/ˌmɛtəˈpɒfɪsɪs/
US
/ˌmɛtəˈpɑfɪsɪs/
A bony projection or process on a vertebra, typically serving as a point of attachment for muscles or ligaments.
The metapophysis of the vertebra was clearly visible in the X-ray, indicating a healthy spine structure.