Ossification: alternatives and connections

The process of change into a stony or calcareous substance by the deposition of lime salt; -- normally, as in the formation of bone and of teeth; abn…

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The act of coming together; the state of being together; union; coalition.

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That which is received or established by convention or arbitrary agreement; that which is in accordance with the fashion, tradition, or usage.

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The state of being conventional; adherence to social formalities or usages; that which is established by conventional use; one of the customary usage…

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To form into bone; to change from a soft animal substance into bone, as by the deposition of lime salts.

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To form into bone; to change from a soft animal substance into bone, as by the deposition of lime salts.

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Correspondence in form, manner, or character; resemblance; agreement; congruity; -- followed by to, with, or between.

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