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kyphosis.

The normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions.

8 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/kaɪˈfoʊ.sɪs/
  1. The normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions.

    countable · uncountable
  2. An abnormal convex curvature of the spine in the cervical or lumbar regions of the spine.

    countable · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek κύφωσις (kúphōsis).

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