Ossification
/ˌɑːsɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
Used when discussing bones or growth in living creatures, especially in biology and medicine. 
The doctor explained how ossification of the bones is crucial for the fracture to heal.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Term
Often appears in scientific or educational materials, not everyday conversation. 
Her thesis focused on the role of ossification in the development of the skeletal system.
Pro Tip 3/3Two Types
Refers to two main types: endochondral (inside cartilage) and intramembranous (inside membranes). 
Medical students learn the differences between endochondral and intramembranous ossification.
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CalcificationHardeningSolidification
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