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tuberosity


tu·ber·os·i·ty

noun \ˌtü-bə-ˈrä-sə-tē, ˌtyü-\
plural tu·ber·os·i·ties

Definition of TUBEROSITY

: a rounded prominence; especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments

First Known Use of TUBEROSITY

1611

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