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(car-pal) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. relating to the wrist area of the body.

Example Sentence

The doctor diagnosed him with carpal tunnel syndrome after he complained about persistent wrist pain.

More Example Sentences

He hurt his carpal area while playing sports.

Synonyms

wrist; carpus; joint

Antonyms

femoral; tibial

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Rhymes

  • carpal
  • karpel
  • marple

  • metacarpal
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