capitate

Definitions


[ˈkapɪteɪt], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- ending in a distinct compact head


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Origin:
mid 17th century: from Latin capitatus, from caput, capit-, ‘head’


[ˈkapɪteɪt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the largest of the carpal bones, situated at the base of the palm of the hand and articulating with the third metacarpal


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Origin:
mid 17th century: from Latin capitatus, from caput, capit-, ‘head’




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