Carpal: meaning, definitions and examples
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carpal
[ หkษหrpษl ]
anatomy term
The term 'carpal' refers to the eight small bones that make up the wrist in human anatomy. These bones are crucial for the movement and flexibility of the wrist. They connect the hand to the forearm and form the carpus. Together, the carpal bones facilitate a wide range of movements, allowing for effective grip and manipulation of objects.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The carpal bones consist of the scaphoid, lunate, and triquetrum.
- Injuries to the carpal region can severely affect function.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition associated with nerve compression.
Translations
Translations of the word "carpal" in other languages:
๐ต๐น carpiano
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคฐเฅเคชเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Karpal
๐ฎ๐ฉ karpal
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะฐัะฟะฐะปัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ karpalny
๐ฏ๐ต ๆๆ นใฎ
๐ซ๐ท carpal
๐ช๐ธ carpiano
๐น๐ท karpal
๐ฐ๐ท ์๊ทผ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงุฑุจุงูู
๐จ๐ฟ karpรกlnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ karpรกlny
๐จ๐ณ ่ ้ชจ็
๐ธ๐ฎ karpalni
๐ฎ๐ธ handarliรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะฐัะฟะฐะปัะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ karpal
๐ฒ๐ฝ carpiano
Etymology
The term 'carpal' originates from the Latin word 'carpus,' which refers to the wrist. The Latin 'carpus' itself is derived from the Greek word 'karpos,' meaning 'wrist' or 'fruit' in a broader sense, where it also denotes the notion of something being grasped. The anatomical reference to 'carpal' has been in use since the early 17th century as medical knowledge around human anatomy expanded. Understanding the structure and function of the carpal bones has been crucial for medical professionals, particularly in diagnosing and treating wrist-related injuries and conditions.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,999, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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