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metacarpals Definition and Meaning in English (metacarpals definition)

noun
Synonyms:hand bonespalm bones
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Metacarpals definition: The five long bones of the hand, located between the carpals (wrist bones) and the phalanges (finger bones).

Definitions of Metacarpals

  1. 1noun

    The five long bones of the hand, located between the carpals (wrist bones) and the phalanges (finger bones).

Example Sentences

medical

“The doctor examined the patient's metacarpals for any signs of fracture.”

Synonyms

hand bonespalm bones

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Metacarpals definition: The five long bones of the hand, located between the carpals (wrist bones) and the phalanges (finger bones).
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'Metacarpals' translates to 'metacarpals' in English. Metacarpals definition: The five long bones of the hand, located between the carpals (wrist bones) and the phalanges (finger bones).
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