noun
thenar
Thenar (noun) means the flat inner surface of the hand, or the underside of the foot.
noun
1
The flat inner surface of the hand, or the underside of the foot.
"the parts of the human anatomy most sensitive to cold being the nape, stomach, and thenar or sole of foot?"
— James Joyce, Ulysses (1922)
2
The ball of the thumb, or the muscle controlling it.
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek θέναρ (thénar).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of thenar?
"thenar" (noun) means the flat inner surface of the hand, or the underside of the foot.
What is another word for thenar?
Other words for "thenar" include palm.
What are the different meanings of thenar?
"thenar" has 2 main meanings: 1. The flat inner surface of the hand, or the underside of the foot; 2. The ball of the thumb, or the muscle controlling it.
