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Ball and Socket

Description:

The term "ball and socket" refers to a type of joint where a rounded end of one bone fits into a hollow socket of another bone. This type of joint allows a wide range of movement and is commonly found in the human body, particularly in the hip and shoulder joints.

Sample sentences:

  1. She dislocated her shoulder when she fell, damaging the ball and socket joint.
  2. The ball and socket joint of the hip enables rotation and movement in multiple directions.
  3. During the fitness class, the instructor emphasized the importance of maintaining healthy ball and socket joints.

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