Definition

Able to form or produce bone tissue, often referring to the process of turning cartilage into bone.

Example

The ossific process is essential for the development of a healthy skeleton.

Conversation

Did you know some cells in our body are ossific during growth?

Really? I never thought about how our bones form like that.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how they can change other tissues into bone.

Nature is amazing, especially when you think about how complex it is!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ossific → It is formed from "ossis" (meaning bone) and "facere" (meaning to make or do). The word describes the process of making or forming bone.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'ossis' which means bone, and 'facere' which means to make — ossific refers to the process of making bone.

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