diapophysis

di·a·poph·y·sis

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dahy-uh-pof-uh-sis]
- /ˌdaɪ əˈpɒf ə sɪs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dahy-uh-pof-uh-sis]
- /ˌdaɪ əˈpɒf ə sɪs/

Definitions of diapophysis word

noun diapophysis the upper or articular surface of a transverse vertebral process 3
noun diapophysis the transverse process of a vertebra 3
noun plural diapophysis the part of the transverse process of a thoracic vertebra that articulates with its corresponding rib. 1
noun diapophysis (anatomy) The dorsal transverse process of a vertebra. 1

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Origin of diapophysis

First appearance:

before 1854

One of the 32% newest English words

From New Latin, dating back to 1854; See origin at di-3, apophysis

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Parts of speech for Diapophysis

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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diapophysis popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 65% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

diapophysis usage trend in Literature

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