CEFR C1

ossification

noun

Meaning

The process of turning into bone or bony tissue.

Examples

The ossification of the skull begins in infancy and continues into adulthood.
Researchers are studying the factors that influence the rate of ossification in developing bones.

Synonyms: hardening, petrification, calcification

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ossification (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: ˌɒsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

Definition

The process of turning into bone or bony tissue.

Examples

The ossification of the skull begins in infancy and continues into adulthood.
Researchers are studying the factors that influence the rate of ossification in developing bones.
Without proper calcium intake, the ossification process can be significantly delayed.

How to Use ossification

ossification of (prepositional phrase): The process of becoming bone in a specific area or structure. — "The ossification of the rib cage is a late developmental stage."
undergo ossification (collocation): To experience the process of turning into bone. — "The fetal skeleton begins to undergo ossification during the second month of gestation."

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