† adarticuˈlation Anat. Obs.
[mod. f. L. ad to + articulatiōn-em jointing: see articulation.]
A loose jointing of two bones; one which affords room for play; specially, the jointing of a bone into a shallow socket.
| 1753 Chambers Cycl. Supp., Adarticulation, in some physicians, is used for Arthrodia; in others for Diarthrosis. 1853 Mayne Exp. Lex., Adarticulation, a term in all respects synonymous with Arthrodia. |