Ossification

Synonyms of ossification

• hardening
• calcification
• petrification

Antonyms of ossification

• flexibility
• plasticity
• softening

Collocations of ossification

bone development

Frequency: 80 %

Ossification is the process of bone development in the body.

cartilage formation

Frequency: 70 %

During ossification, cartilage formation is replaced by bone tissue.

skeletal maturation

Frequency: 60 %

Ossification plays a key role in skeletal maturation and growth.

calcification process

Frequency: 50 %

Calcification is a part of the ossification process in bone formation.

growth plate closure

Frequency: 45 %

Ossification leads to growth plate closure in long bones.

Idiomatic Expressions for ossification

• Phrase: ossification of tradition
  Meaning: the rigid adherence to traditional beliefs or practices, making it resistant to change
  Usage: The ossification of tradition can prevent a society from evolving and adapting to new circumstances.