SINCE 1828
capitate
adjective
cap·i·tate
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Definition of capitate
1
: forming a head
2
: abruptly enlarged and globose
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capitate
adjective
cap·i·tate
| \ ˈkap-ə-ˌtāt
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Medical Definition of capitate
(Entry 1 of 2)
: abruptly enlarged and globular
capitate
nounMedical Definition of capitate (Entry 2 of 2)
: the largest bone of the wrist that is situated between the hamate and the trapezoid in the distal row of carpal bones and that articulates with the third metacarpal
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