supination

noun

su·pi·na·tion | \ ˌsü-pə-ˈnā-shən

Definition of supination

1 : rotation of the forearm and hand so that the palm faces forward or upward also : a corresponding movement of the foot and leg in which the foot rolls outward with an elevated arch

2 : the position resulting from supination

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Recent Examples on the Web Overpronation wears away the inside edge of the shoe, while supination erodes the outer edge. — Jeremy Helligar, Popular Science, 15 Jan. 2021

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“Supination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/supination. Accessed 13 Jun. 2021.

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supination

noun

su·pi·na·tion | \ ˌsü-pə-ˈnā-shən

Medical Definition of supination

1 : rotation of the forearm and hand so that the palm faces forward or upward and the radius lies parallel to the ulna also : a corresponding movement of the foot and leg in which the foot rolls outward with an elevated arch so that in walking the foot tends to come down on its outer edge

2 : the position resulting from supination