Osseous
adjective
Relating to or similar to bone.
The bird's osseous structure is very light, to enable it to fly.
Often appears as...
- osseous tissue
- osseous structure
adjective
Made of or containing bone.
Osseous tissue is a type of connective tissue which provides support and protection to the body.
Often appears as...
- osseous abnormalities
- osseous defects
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
adjective
Having a rigid or firm structure, like bone.
The robot's osseous body was able to withstand many hits.
Often appears as...
- osseous rigidity
- osseous solidity
adjective
Relating to or similar to bone.
The bird's osseous structure is very light, to enable it to fly.
Often appears as...
- osseous tissue
- osseous structure
adjective
Made of or containing bone.
Osseous tissue is a type of connective tissue which provides support and protection to the body.
Often appears as...
- osseous abnormalities
- osseous defects
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
adjective
Having a rigid or firm structure, like bone.
The robot's osseous body was able to withstand many hits.
Often appears as...
- osseous rigidity
- osseous solidity
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Not Just Bones
When 'osseous' describes items resembling bone, it's not limited to actual bones.
The sculpture had an osseous appearance, with its white, bony texture.
Pro Tip 2/2Lightweight Context
'Osseous structure' often refers to something lightweight in biology or engineering.
Despite its osseous structure, the bridge held up well.
Pro Tip 1/2Not Just Bones
When 'osseous' describes items resembling bone, it's not limited to actual bones.
The sculpture had an osseous appearance, with its white, bony texture.
Pro Tip 2/2Lightweight Context
'Osseous structure' often refers to something lightweight in biology or engineering.
Despite its osseous structure, the bridge held up well.
Pro Tip 1/2Not Just Bones
When 'osseous' describes items resembling bone, it's not limited to actual bones.
The sculpture had an osseous appearance, with its white, bony texture.
Pro Tip 2/2Lightweight Context
'Osseous structure' often refers to something lightweight in biology or engineering.
Despite its osseous structure, the bridge held up well.
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