OSSIFIES Meaning and
Definition
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Ossifies is a verb derived from the noun "osseous," meaning bone-like or related to bones. In medical and biological contexts, ossify refers to the process of bone formation or the conversion of tissues into bone. It describes the gradual hardening and calcification of soft tissues, leading to the development of bones.
Ossification occurs when minerals, such as calcium and phosphorus, are deposited in the extracellular matrix of tissues, thus transforming them into bone. This process is commonly observed during early stages of embryonic development when the skeletal system is forming. Ossification can also occur in response to injury or as part of the normal aging process.
The term ossifies can also be used metaphorically to describe something that becomes rigid or unchanging over time. In this sense, it refers to the solidification or hardening of ideas, beliefs, or attitudes that are resistant to change or new information. When an individual's opinions or principles ossify, it implies that they become rigid and inflexible, making it difficult for them to adapt to new perspectives or challenges.
Overall, ossifies refers to both the biological process of bone formation as well as the figurative concept of becoming rigid or unyielding.
Common Misspellings for OSSIFIES
Etymology of OSSIFIES
The word "ossifies" is derived from the Latin word "ossificare", which comes from two Latin roots: "os", meaning "bone", and "ficare", meaning "to make". The combination of these roots forms "ossificare", which means "to make into bone" or "to harden into bone". The word "ossifies" in English refers to the process of becoming or turning into bone, or the process of hardening or becoming rigid.
Conjugate verb Ossifies
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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