noun
ulna
UHL-nuh
Ulna (noun) means the long bone of the forearm running from the elbow to the wrist, on the side opposite the thumb. Example: “The X-ray revealed a hairline fracture in the ulna.”
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The long bone of the forearm running from the elbow to the wrist, on the side opposite the thumb.
"The X-ray revealed a hairline fracture in the ulna."
How to use ulna
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne of the two forearm bones — the one on the little-finger side.
Common mistake
Easy to mix up with the radius, the other forearm bone, which sits on the thumb side.
Easily confused with
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Word forms
- Plural
- ulnae, ulnas
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The X-ray revealed a hairline fracture in the _____.
Etymology
From Latin "ulna", meaning "elbow" or "forearm".
Synonyms
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elbow bone
Frequently asked questions
What does “ulna” mean?
The word “ulna” means the long bone of the forearm running from the elbow to the wrist, on the side opposite the thumb. In plain terms, one of the two forearm bones — the one on the little-finger side.
How do you pronounce “ulna”?
“Ulna” is pronounced UHL-nuh (/ˈʌlnə/ in IPA).
How do you use “ulna” in a sentence?
Here is “ulna” used in a sentence: “The X-ray revealed a hairline fracture in the ulna.”
What part of speech is “ulna”?
“Ulna” is a noun.
Where does the word “ulna” come from?
The word “ulna” comes from Latin. From Latin "ulna", meaning "elbow" or "forearm".
