Definition of lordosis
lordoses
play \lȯr-ˈdō-ˌsēz\1a : the normal convex curvature of the cervical and lumbar regions of the spineb : abnormally exaggerated forward curvature of the lumbar and cervical regions of the spine resulting in a concave back when viewed from the side — compare kyphosis
2 : a mating posture of some sexually receptive female mammals (such as rats) in which the head and rump are raised and the back is arched downward
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Origin and Etymology of lordosis
New Latin, from Greek lordōsis, from lordos curving forward; akin to Old English belyrtan to deceive
First Known Use: 1704
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