pisiform

Definitions


[ˈpɪsɪfɔːm], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a small rounded carpal bone situated where the palm of the hand meets the outer edge of the wrist and articulating with the triquetral


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Origin:
mid 18th century (as adjective): from modern Latin pisiformis ‘pea-shaped’, from Latin pisum ‘pea’ + forma ‘shape’




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