forearm bone
The term "forearm bone" typically refers to either of the two bones in the human forearm, known as the ulna and radius, which play crucial roles in movement and structural support.
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Definition
B2Human Anatomy
(technical, academic)One of the two long bones in the human forearm, extending from the elbow to the wrist, known as the ulna and radius.
Example
- A fracture in the forearm bone can severely affect arm movement.
- The forearm bones, the ulna and radius, are essential for wrist rotation.
C1Zoology
(technical, academic)In animals, either the ulna or the fused ulna and radius, forming part of the forelimb structure.
Example
- The bird's wing structure includes a modified forearm bone.
- In many mammals, the strength of the forearm bone is crucial for locomotion.
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