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Metacarpophalangeal

Meaning:

Referring to the joints between the metacarpal bones and the proximal phalanges of the hand.

Parts of Speech:

• Adjective
• Noun

Sense 1 (Adjective):

Relating to or situated near the joints between the metacarpal bones and the proximal phalanges of the hand.

Sample Sentence:

The metacarpophalangeal joints are crucial for grip and hand movements.

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Sense 2 (Noun):

The joint between a metacarpal bone and a proximal phalanx in the hand.

Sample Sentence:

He suffered a sprain in his metacarpophalangeal when he fell on his hand.

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