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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

exostosis

/ɛksəʊˈstoʊsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does exostosis mean?

noun

A bony growth or projection, especially one that occurs on the surface of a bone, often as a result of chronic inflammation or infection.

Example

"The doctor ordered an MRI to investigate the exostosis on the patient's spine."

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