Articulatio spheroidea refers to a joint in the human body that is commonly known as a "ball and socket joint." This type of joint allows for a wide range of movement and flexibility, and is found in areas such as the hip and shoulder. Some synonyms for articulatio spheroidea include spheroidal joint, enarthrodial joint, or ball-and-socket joint. These terms all describe the same type of joint, indicating the presence of a ball-shaped bone fitting into a socket-shaped bone with the help of ligaments and muscles. Understanding these synonyms can be helpful in medical discussions or in the study of anatomy and physiology.