hip joint
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hip joint

noun

Definition of HIP JOINT

: the articulation between the femur and the innominate bone

First Known Use of HIP JOINT

1794

hip joint

noun    (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of HIP JOINT

: the ball-and-socket joint comprising the articulation between the femur and the hip bone

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