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Epipysis

Noun:

1. In biology, the process of growth and development of an organism's bones through the deposition of new bone tissue at the ends of long bones.

Example sentence: The epipysis of the femur is responsible for the increase in height during adolescence.

Noun:

2. In botany, a small protuberance on certain plants that serves as a structure for seed dispersal.

Example sentence: The epipysis on this dandelion carries the seed to new locations through wind dispersal.

Noun:

3. In ancient Greek literature, an epithet or description used to address or refer to a god or goddess.

Example sentence: In Homer's epics, "bright-eyed Athena" is a common epipysis used to refer to the goddess.

Verb:

4. To make an epipysis or to create a protrusion or outgrowth.

Example sentence: The artist epipysized the statue, adding intricate details to its base.