carpal
0 antonyms and opposites of carpal, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Any of the small bones that make up the wrist.
How to use carpal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin carpus, borrowed from Greek karpos, meaning "wrist."
Full origin of carpal →Frequently asked questions
What does “carpal” mean?
The word “carpal” means any of the small bones that make up the wrist. In plain terms, to do with the wrist bones — most commonly heard in the phrase "carpal tunnel syndrome.".
How do you pronounce “carpal”?
“Carpal” is pronounced KAH-puhl (/ˈkɑɹ.pəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “carpal” in a sentence?
Here is “carpal” used in a sentence: “The X-ray showed a fracture in one of the carpals.”
What part of speech is “carpal”?
Depending on how it is used, “carpal” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “carpal” come from?
The word “carpal” comes from Latin. From Latin carpus, borrowed from Greek karpos, meaning "wrist.".
How many meanings does “carpal” have?
“Carpal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: any of the small bones that make up the wrist.