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Ulna (Noun)

Meaning

The inner and longer of the two bones of the human forearm.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The doctor carefully set the broken ulna back in place.
  • The fracture to her ulna made it difficult to rotate her wrist.
  • In humans, the ulna is the bone on the medial side of the forearm.
  • The patient was told to rest the arm and not put any weight on the ulna while it healed.
  • Orthopedic surgeons specialize in operating on complex fractures, such as those involving the ulna.

Synonyms

  • Elbow Bone

Related Words

  • Ulnar (adjective)
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