Carpometacarpus
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Carpometacarpus is a noun meaning (anatomy) The fusion of digits (carpals and metacarpals) that forms the wing in birds.
Meaning
(anatomy) The fusion of digits (carpals and metacarpals) that forms the wing in birds.
Word Forms
- carpometacarpi
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carpellum, metapodiale, carpophyll, acrocarp, syncarpium, carpel.
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