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lordotic

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lor·do·sis  (lôr-dss)
n. pl. lor·do·ses (-sz)
An abnormal forward curvature of the spine in the lumbar region.
[Greek lordsis, from lordos, bent backward.]
lor·dotic (-dtk) adj.
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Adj.1.lordotic - having abnormal sagging of the spine (especially in horses)
dipped, swayback, swaybacked
unfit - not in good physical or mental condition; out of condition; "fat and very unfit"; "certified as unfit for army service"; "drunk and unfit for service"


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