Flection vs. Flexion

Flection vs. Flexion — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Flection and Flexion

Flectionnoun

the state of being flexed (as of a joint)

Flexionnoun

The act of bending a joint, especially a bone joint; the counteraction of extension.

Flectionnoun

deviation from a straight or normal course

Flexionnoun

The state of being bent or flexed.

Flexionnoun

Deviation from straightness.

Flexionnoun

The variation of words by declension, comparison, or conjugation; inflection.

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Flexionnoun

the state of being flexed (as of a joint)

Flexionnoun

deviation from a straight or normal course

Flexionnoun

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