double-jointed
adjective
dou·ble-joint·ed
ˌdə-bəl-ˈjȯin-təd 
: having a joint that permits an exceptional degree of freedom of motion of the parts joined
Word History
First Known Use
circa 1820, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of double-jointed was
circa 1820
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“Double-jointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double-jointed. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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Kids Definition
double-jointed
adjective
dou·ble-joint·ed
ˌdəb-əl-ˈjȯint-əd
: having one or more joints that permit the parts joined to be bent freely to unusual angles
a double-jointed finger
Medical Definition
double-jointed
adjective
dou·ble-joint·ed
ˌdəb-əl-ˈjȯint-əd
: having a joint that permits an exceptional degree of freedom of motion of the parts joined
a double-jointed athlete highly susceptible to injury
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