ansate
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an·si·form
(an'si-fōrm),In the shape of a loop or arc.
Synonym(s): ansate
[L. ansa, handle, + forma, shape]
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ansate
adjective(1) Referring to a handle or a handle-like structure.
(2) Characterised by loops.
While ansate fills a lexical void, it is little used in the working medical parlance; the plain English, bucket handle, is widely preferred, as “bucket-handle meniscus tear”.
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an·si·form
(an'si-fōrm)In the shape of a loop or arc.
Synonym(s): ansate.
Synonym(s): ansate.
[L. ansa, handle, + forma, shape]
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012