Cubitocarpal

/ˌkjuːbɪtoʊˈkɑrpəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or connecting the elbow (cubito-) and the wrist/hand (carpal) regions.

Etymology

From cubito- (elbow) + carpal (wrist bones, from Latin carpus meaning wrist). Modern anatomical compound term built from Latin/Greek elements.

Kelly Says

These hyphenated anatomical terms are like anatomical addresses—'cubitocarpal' pinpoints the exact zone surgeons need to work in without saying 'that area between your elbow and wrist.'

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