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Flexion
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Simple meaning
What does Flexion mean?
The bending of a joint.
Dictionary definition
The act of bending a joint or body part.
Example sentences
Flexion in a sentence
easy
The doctor checked knee flexion.
medium
Finger flexion helps you make a fist.
hard
In anatomy, flexion means decreasing the angle between parts of the body.
Synonyms
Words like Flexion
bendingThe act of curving or folding.
bendRelated word that supports the meaning of flexion.
Antonyms
Opposite words
extensionThe act of straightening or stretching out.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flexion, depending on context.
Word family
Flexion word family
Base word
flexion
noun
flexions
More than one flexion.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does flexion mean?
Flexion means the bending of a joint.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flexion?
Bending is close in meaning to flexion in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flexion?
Extension contrasts with flexion.
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