Osteoporosis

Medical term · O

Significant thinning and weakening of bones over time, making them vulnerable to breaks.

Word parts

osteoporosis = oste/o + por/o + -osis

  • oste/oBone.
  • por/oPassage, pore, opening.
  • -osisAbnormal condition or disease process.
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