flexion

Definition of Flexion in English :

1. flection, flexion, flexure

the state of being flexed (as of a joint)

deviation from a straight or normal course

3. flexion, flexure

act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Flexion

noun

1.

the act of bending a joint or limb

2.

the condition of the joint or limb so bent

3. a variant spelling of flection

noun

1.

flection

2. Anatomy

the bending of a joint or limb by contraction of flexor muscles

n.

1. also flec·tion Anatomy

a. The act of bending a joint or limb in the body by the action of flexors.

b. The resulting condition of being bent.

2. A part that is bent.