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Trapezoidal Bone

The trapezoidal bone, also known as the trapezium, is a small bone found in the wrist region. It is part of the carpal bones and is shaped like a trapezoid, hence its name.

Usage:

As a Noun:

In anatomy, the trapezoidal bone is one of the eight carpal bones located in the wrist.

Sample sentence: The trapezoidal bone provides stability and allows for a wide range of movement in the wrist joint.

As an Adjective:

The trapezoidal bone is commonly associated with the adjoining metacarpal bone, forming the trapeziometacarpal joint.

Sample sentence: Suffering from a trapezoidal bone fracture, she wore a cast to support and protect the injured area.

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