brachii
|bra-chi-i|
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/ˈbreɪ.ki.aɪ/
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/ˈbræk.i.aɪ/
(brachium)
arm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brachium' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'bracchium', where 'bracchium' meant 'arm'.
Historical Evolution
'bracchium' transformed into the English word 'brachium', and eventually became the modern English word 'brachii' as its plural form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'arm', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the plural form of 'brachium', referring to the arm or a part of the arm in anatomy.
The biceps brachii is a muscle located in the upper arm.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45