Definition of pivot joint

Noun

a freely moving joint in which movement is limited to rotation

Example

"the articulation of the radius and ulna in the arm is a pivot joint"

Synonyms

rotary joint rotatory joint articulatio trochoidea

Nepali Meanings

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