metaphysis
/mɛˈtafɪsɪs/Anatomy
noun
The (usually slightly flared or conical) part of a long bone located between the diaphysis and epiphysis.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in William Dorland (1864–1956), obstetrician. From meta- + -physis.
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