anchylosing

/ˈæŋkəˌloʊsɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Causing or relating to the stiffening or fusion of bones or joints.
    • The doctor explained that the anchylosing process in her knee would require surgery.
    • Anchylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the spine.
    • The patient was diagnosed with an anchylosing disease that limited his movement.
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