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Metacarpals

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition:

The metacarpals are a group of bones located in the palm of the hand between the wrist and the fingers. There are five metacarpals in each hand.

Sample Sentences:

1. She fractured one of her metacarpals when she fell down the stairs.
2. The metacarpals play a crucial role in enabling fine motor movements of the hand.
3. He clenched his fist tight, feeling the pressure on his metacarpals.

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