Supinate (Verb)
Meaning
Turn (the hand or forearm) so that the back is downward or backward, or turn out (the leg).
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The doctor gently instructed the patient to supinate her forearm so the palm was facing upwards.
- During the exercise routine, he was told to supinate his left leg, turning it outward from the midline.
- The physical therapist carefully monitored as the boy began to supinate his arm, stretching the injured muscles.
- Athletes with shin splints often experience pain when attempting to supinate their ankle.
- To avoid injury when landing a jump, dancers are trained to supinate their knees and distribute their weight evenly.