wrist
/rist/
Definition
- Noun:
- The joint connecting the hand to the forearm: The wrist is the flexible joint between the end of the forearm and the beginning of the hand, composed of carpal bones and allowing a wide range of motion.
- The part of a garment covering this joint: The wrist can also refer to the part of a sleeve that covers this area of the body.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- She wore a watch on her left wrist.
- He sprained his wrist while playing tennis.
- The sweater has tight cuffs at the wrists.
Advanced Usage
- "To slap someone on the wrist": To give a mild or symbolic punishment.
- The company only got a slap on the wrist for violating the regulations.
- "Wrist action": The movement or use of the wrist, especially in sports or skilled tasks.
- A good golf swing requires proper wrist action.
Variants and Related Words
- Wristlet (n): A band or bracelet worn around the wrist.
- She wore a leather wristlet.
- Wristwatch (n): A watch worn on the wrist.
- He checked his wristwatch for the time.
Synonyms
- Carpus (n): The anatomical term for the group of bones in the wrist.
- Joint (n): A more general term for a structure connecting two bones.
Related Phrasal Verbs
(This word does not commonly form phrasal verbs.)
Related Idioms
- To have a strong wrist: To be physically strong or skilled with one's hands.
- A good carpenter needs to have a strong wrist.
- Off the wrist: (Informal, in watch collecting) Referring to a watch not currently being worn.
- The vintage watch looks even better off the wrist.
Noun
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a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones
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