interphalangeal joint

Other forms: interphalangeal joints

Definitions of interphalangeal joint
  1. noun
    any of the joints between the phalanges of the fingers or toes
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    type of:
    ginglymoid joint, ginglymus, hinge joint
    a freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane
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