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Capitate Bone (Noun)

Meaning

The wrist bone with a rounded head shape that articulates with the 3rd metacarpus.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The capitate bone serves as a crucial component in forming the wrist joint and allows for smooth hand movements.
  • Located at the center of the carpal bones, the capitate bone plays a significant role in absorbing shocks to the wrist.
  • When studying the human wrist, anatomists emphasize the importance of the capitate bone's rounded head in facilitating articulation with the 3rd metacarpus.
  • A combination of ligaments and surrounding bones enable the capitate bone to provide stability to the entire wrist structure.
  • Radiologists examining MRI scans of the wrist focus on identifying potential injuries or irregularities in the capitate bone.

Synonyms

  • Os Capitatum
  • Capitate

Hypernyms

  • Wrist Bone
  • Carpal Bone
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