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ulnare

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ul·​nare | \ ˌəlˈna(a)rē, -ˈnärē \
variants: or ulnar \ ˈəlnə(r) \
plural ulnaria\ -​a(a)rēə , -​ärēə \ or ulnars

Definition of ulnare

1 : the third carpal bone or element of the proximal row counting from the radial side specifically : cuneiform sense 1b
2 or ulnar carpal : a bone of a bird probably representing the ulnare and centrale and sometimes also the fifth metacarpal

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History and Etymology for ulnare

New Latin ulnare, from neuter of ulnaris ulnar

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“Ulnare.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ulnare. Accessed 18 May. 2022.

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