Phalangeal (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to the bones of the fingers or toes.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The phalangeal bones in her fingers were fragile and prone to fractures due to her osteoporosis.
- The doctor carefully examined the phalangeal joints in the patient's toes to diagnose the cause of his pain.
- The phalangeal bones in the fingers of the fossilized skeleton were remarkably well-preserved.
- The athlete's phalangeal injuries made it difficult for her to grip the ball during the game.
- The anatomist studied the phalangeal structure of the human hand to better understand its range of motion.