saddle joint
The term "saddle joint" can refer to a specific type of joint in both anatomical structures and sheet-metal roofing.
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Definition
C1Anatomy
(technical)A type of synovial joint where the surfaces of the bones are shaped like a saddle, allowing for movements such as flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction, but not rotation.
Example
- The thumb's carpometacarpal joint is a classic example of a saddle joint.
- Saddle joints enable the thumb's wide range of motion.
C2Construction
(technical)A joint in sheet-metal roofing where the edge of one sheet is bent up and folded over the turned-up edge of another sheet.
Example
- The roofer secured the panels using a saddle joint to ensure a watertight seal.
- Properly formed saddle joints are crucial for the durability of metal roofs.
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