os capitatum

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : * The capitate bone : A specific carpal (wrist) bone. It is the largest bone in the distal row of the carpus (the row of wrist bones closest to the hand). It is characterized by its rounded, head-like shape on one end, which articulates (forms a joint) with the base of the third metacarpal bone (the long bone in the palm leading to the middle finger). Usage Notes Medical/Anato...