Dicondylic articulation
- Pronunciation
- /dih-KON-dih-lik ar-ti-k-yu-LAY-shun/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Dicondylic articulation
- Plural
- Dicondylic articulations
Definition
A type of joint found in some arthropods, where two condyles on one end of a joint engage acetabula on the other end, allowing for movement in a single plane.
Etymology
Example
The dicondylic articulation in the legs of some insects allows for bending and straightening.
Related Terms
- Joint
- Articulation
- Muscle
Usage Notes
Dicondylic articulations are found in arthropods with two points of articulation.