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  1. 1. n. An articulation formed by intervening cartilage; as, the pubic symphysis. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. The union or coalescence of bones; also, the place of union or coalescence; as, the symphysis of the lower jaw. Cf. Articulation. Source: opted
  3. 3. n. an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures Source: wordnet
  4. 4. n. a growing together of parts or structures Source: wordnet
  5. 5. (a) An articulation formed by intervening cartilage; as, the pubic symphysis. (b) The union or coalescence of bones; also, the place of union or coalescence; as, the symphysis of the lower jaw. Cf. Articulation. Source: webster
  6. 6. n. an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures n. a growing together of parts or structures Source: ecdict

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