‖ ˈcedmata,n.pl. [mod.L., a. Gr. κέδµατα n.pl.] (See quots.) Hence † ˈcedmatousa.Obs. 1715Kersey, Cedmata (G.), humours falling down upon the joynts, especially about the Hips.1736in Bailey.1775in Ash.1881Syd. Soc.Lex., Cedmata, old name for chronic pains of the joints, particularly the hip-joint.