ulnar
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/ˈʌlnər/
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/ˈʌlnə/
related to the ulna
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ulnar' originates from the Latin word 'ulna', meaning 'elbow' or 'forearm'.
Historical Evolution
'ulna' transformed into the modern English word 'ulnar' to describe things related to the ulna bone.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the 'elbow' or 'forearm', but now it specifically relates to the ulna bone.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the ulna, the longer of the two bones in the forearm.
The ulnar nerve runs along the ulna bone.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39