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tuberosity

noun
tu·​ber·​os·​i·​ty | \ ˌtü-bə-ˈrä-sə-tē How to pronounce tuberosity (audio) , ˌtyü-\
plural tuberosities

Definition of tuberosity

: a rounded prominence especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments

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 If the pain is persistent and doesn’t improve within 2 weeks when there is marked pain at the most proximal (Ischial tuberosity) since that’s where avulsion fractures occur. — SI.com, "Injury Analysis: Everything You Need to Know About Sadio Mane’s Hamstring in 1 Minute," 17 Oct. 2017

First Known Use of tuberosity

1611, in the meaning defined above

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tuberosity

noun
tu·​ber·​os·​i·​ty | \ ˌt(y)ü-bə-ˈräs-ət-ē How to pronounce tuberosity (audio) \
plural tuberosities

Medical Definition of tuberosity

: a rounded prominence especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments

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