Definition of Hypothenar

1. n. The hypothenar eminence.

Definition of Hypothenar

1. Adjective. (anatomy) Of the ulnar fleshy side of the palm. ¹

2. Adjective. (anatomy) Of the muscles of the little finger. ¹

3. Noun. (context: technical) Ulnar fleshy side of the palm, formed by the underlying three muscles of the pinkie. ¹

4. Noun. Each of those muscles, namely ''abductor, flexor'' and ''opponens digiti minimi''. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Hypothenar

1. Of or pertaining to the prominent part of the palm of the hand above the base of the little finger, or a corresponding part in the forefoot of an animal; as, the hypothenar eminence. Origin: Pref. Hypo- + thenar. The hypothenar eminence. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Hypothenar

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hypotheca
hypothecae
hypothecal
hypothecaries
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hypothecate
hypothecated
hypothecates
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hypothecations
hypothecator
hypothecators
hypothecs
hypothenar (current term)
hypothenar eminence
hypothenar prominence
hypothenusal
hypothenuse
hypothenuses
hypothermal
hypothermia
hypothermias
hypothermic
hypothermic anaesthesia
hypotheses
hypothesis
hypothesise
hypothesised

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