| Pronunciation: | | lor'dowsis
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| | Definition: | | [n] an abnormal inward (forward) curvature of the vertebral column |
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| | Synonyms: | | hollow-back |
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| | See Also: | | spinal curvature |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Lor*do"sis\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ?, fr. ? bent so as to
be convex in front.] (Med.)
(a) A curvature of the spine forwards, usually in the lumbar
region.
(b) Any abnormal curvature of the bones.
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| Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Exaggerated forward curvature of the lower spine causing swayback. |
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| Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Lordosis is an exaggerated forward curving of the thoracic part of the vertebral column, which results in an extremely arched back. |
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