Apophysis
see also: Etymology of Apophysis
The apophyses are tuberosities which are formed when the child starts to walk. These apophyses correspond to a reinforcement of the osseous mass solicited by the movement (the osseous mass is thus a living tissue because it grows and regenerates) Derived: apophysaire.
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