Definition

Relating to the end part of a long bone, which is separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage.

Example

The doctor explained that the growth plate is located in the epiphyseal region of the bone.

Conversation

Did you know that the growth plates in our bones are called epiphyseal plates?

Really? I had no idea they had such a specific name.

Yeah, they play a big role in how we grow and develop.

That’s fascinating! I love learning about anatomy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epiphyseal → It is formed from "epi-" (meaning upon or over) and "physe" (from Greek "physis", meaning growth or nature) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "epiphyseal" refers to the part of a bone that is located at the end, which is over or upon the growth area of the bone.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'upon' ('epi-') the 'growth' ('physe') area of a bone — that's why epiphyseal refers to the end part of a bone related to growth.

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