Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retrusion
Noun
/rɪˈtruːʒən/
Definition
The act of pushing something backwards or retracting it.
Examples
- The retrusion of the mandible can lead to various dental issues.
- In some patients, retrusion of the tongue improves their breathing during sleep.
Meaning
Retrusion refers specifically to the movement of the jaw or other body parts backward, often used in a medical or anatomical context.
Synonyms
- Retraction
- Withdrawal
- Recession
