Eversion

usgb/ɪˈvɜr.ʃən/
noun

The act of turning a body part inside out.

The eversion of the eyelid can cause irritation.
Visual representation of "eversion" - The act of turning a body part inside out.

Often appears as...

  • ankle eversion
  • foot eversion

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anatomical eversion, eyelid eversion, eversion movement

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Medical Context

Understanding eversion is crucial in physical examinations.

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For example, observing eversion helps assess limb function.
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Figurative Usage

In writing, eversion can describe revealing truths

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His story shows the eversion of reality from what is expected.
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