Words Like TROCHANTER

We have put together a list of words that are similar to TROCHANTER.

3 Alternative Words Similar to trochanter

1 Appendage Noun      Synonym Words Like Appendage
2 Outgrowth Noun      Synonym Words Like Outgrowth
3 Process Noun      Synonym Words Like Process

5 definitions of trochanter

1 In anatomy and zoology, a tuberosity, protuberance, or apophysis of the upper part of the femur or thigh-bone, for the insertion of various muscles which flex, extend, or rotate the limb.
2 In entomology, the second joint of an insect's leg, succeeding the coxa.
3 In vertebrates with legs, the end of the femur near the hip joint, not including the head or neck.
4 In some arthropods, the second segment of the leg, between the coxa and the femur.
5 one of the bony prominences developed near the upper extremity of the femur to which muscles are attached
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