abarticulation

/æb.ɑˌtɪk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

æb · ɑtɪk · JƏLEꞮ · ʃən (4 syllables)

English Noun

Definition

An articulation, especially one that permits free motion in the joint; a hinge joint.

Etymology

* From ab- + articulation. * Compare French abarticulation. See article