"Ginglymold" is a rarely used word with an unusual spelling that can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The word is pronounced as /dʒɪŋɡlɪmoʊld/ and refers to a hinge joint, such as that found in the elbow or knee. The spelling of "ginglymold" can be broken down into its component parts, with "ginglymo-" deriving from the Greek word for hinge and "-ld" being a suffix indicating a particular shape or form. While not a commonly used term, "ginglymold" accurately describes a type of joint found in the human body.