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wrist joint

/ˈrɪst dʒɔɪnt/

Traduction: Articulation anatomique reliant la main à l'avant-bras, formée par les os du carpe et les extrémités distales du radius et du cubitus, permettant la flexion, l'extension et la rotation de la main.

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/ˈrɪst dʒɔɪnt/B2formalmedical
  • frArticulation anatomique reliant la main à l'avant-bras, formée par les os du carpe et les extrémités distales du radius et du cubitus, permettant la flexion, l'extension et la rotation de la main.

The anatomical joint connecting the hand to the forearm, consisting of the carpal bones and the distal ends of the radius and ulna, allowing for flexion, extension, and rotation of the hand.

  1. Anatomical jointB2formal

    The complex joint connecting the hand to the forearm, allowing for movement and flexibility.

    frArticulation du poignet

    • The wrist joint is composed of eight small carpal bones.
    • He injured his wrist joint while playing tennis.
    • The doctor examined the wrist joint for signs of arthritis.