sesamoid

English

Etymology

sesame +‎ -oid

Adjective

sesamoid (comparative more sesamoid, superlative most sesamoid)

1. Resembling a sesame seed in size or shape.
2. Of or relating to a sesamoid bone.

Noun

sesamoid (plural sesamoids)

1. (anatomy) A sesamoid bone or sesamoid cartilage.

Derived terms

• sesamoidal
• sesamoiditis