Adducted

/əˈdʌktɪd/ adjective

Definition

Moved or pulled inward toward the body's midline or another body part.

Etymology

Past participle of 'adduct,' following standard English verb conjugation patterns where '-ed' marks the completed action or resulting state.

Kelly Says

In anatomical descriptions, 'adducted' is often seen in medical exams and physical therapy reports—when someone's arm is 'adducted,' it's pulled toward their torso, like hugging themselves.

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