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Subchondral

Definition:

Adjective - situated or occurring beneath the surface of cartilage.

Sense 1:

Related to the layer of bone just below the cartilage in a joint.

Example Sentence: The subchondral bone plays a crucial role in joint movement and stability.

Sense 2:

Relating to or affecting the subchondral region.

Example Sentence: An MRI scan revealed subchondral lesions in the patient's knee.

Sense 3:

Pertaining to the area underneath the cartilage within a specific joint.

Example Sentence: Osteoarthritis often leads to the degradation of subchondral tissues in various joints.

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