Definition of lordosis Lordosis

lor•do•sis

We found 6 definitions of lordosis from 5 different sources.

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What does lordosis mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: lordoses

lordosis - an abnormal inward (forward) curvature of the vertebral column
  hollow-back
  spinal curvature an abnormal curvature of the vertebral column
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • lordosis (Noun)
    An excessive curvature of the spine, causing a hollow in the back.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • lordosis (n.)
    A curvature of the spine forwards, usually in the lumbar region.
  • lordosis (n.)
    Any abnormal curvature of the bones.

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

  • lordosis
    lor-dō′sis, n. abnormal curvature of the spinal column, the convexity towards the front

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