scoliosis
[ skoh-lee-oh-sis, skol-ee- ]
nounPathology.
an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine.
Origin of scoliosis
1First recorded in 1700–10, scoliosis is from the Greek word skolíōsis a bending
Other words from scoliosis
- sco·li·ot·ic [skoh-lee-ot-ik], /ˌskoʊ liˈɒt ɪk/, adjective
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How to use scoliosis in a sentence
In advanced cases the pelvis becomes obliquely contracted—a deformity known as the scoliotic pelvis.
Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition. | Alexander Miles
British Dictionary definitions for scoliosis
scoliosis
/ (ˌskɒlɪˈəʊsɪs) /
Origin of scoliosis
1C18: from New Latin, from Greek: a curving, from skolios bent
Derived forms of scoliosis
- scoliotic (ˌskɒlɪˈɒtɪk), adjective
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Scientific definitions for scoliosis
scoliosis
[ skō′lē-ō′sĭs ]
A lateral curvature of the spine, usually having no known cause and occurring most commonly in preteen and adolescent girls.
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