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carpus
This term is a precise anatomical designation used primarily in medical, veterinary, and biological contexts to describe the skeletal structure of the wrist. It carries a clinical tone and is rarely used in casual conversation, where the word wrist is preferred. The term emphasizes the collective group of bones rather than the joint as a whole.
Because it refers to a specific anatomical region, it follows standard Latin-derived pluralization patterns common in medical terminology. While the singular form refers to one wrist's bone group, the plural form is used when discussing both limbs or multiple subjects in a clinical study.
Meanings
Examples
The carpus consists of eight small bones arranged in two rows.
I need to memorize the names of all the bones in the carpus for the exam.
The surgeon carefully examined the carpus for any signs of fracture.
Is the injury located in the carpus or further up the forearm?
The x-ray clearly shows a dislocation within the carpus.
He wondered if the inflammation in his carpus would hinder his ability to play piano.
In mammals, the carpus provides the necessary flexibility for the wrist joint.
The patient reported a sharp pain radiating from the carpus to the thumb.