gliding joint

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	Definition:		[n]  a freely moving joint in which the articulations allow only gliding motions
	Synonyms:		articulatio plana
	See Also:		ankle, ankle joint, articulatio radiocarpea, articulatio synovialis, articulatio talocruralis, carpus, mortise joint, radiocarpal joint, synovial joint, wrist, wrist joint