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noun
The hump-like projection seen on the back of older people caused by kyphosis of the spine, consequent to osteoporosis; especially seen in women.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: hyperkyphosis
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noun
abnormal spinal curvature that results when osteoporosis causes the spine to collapse; seen most often in elderly women
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: osteoporosis, spinal curvature
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