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ulna

[uhl-nuh] / ˈʌl nə /
NOUN
forearm
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The researchers also found that Sahelanthropus had a relatively long femur compared to its ulna, which adds further support for bipedal behavior.

From Science Daily • Jan. 3, 2026

At the moment, Chiappe, May and paleontologist Pedro Mocho are locked in an intense discussion about the precise positioning of an ulna.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2024

Det Insp Nikki Deehan said excavations "first uncovered a tibia and fibula and a humerus, ulna, and radius bone relating to the lower left leg and right arm respectively".

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024

The UCL connects the humerus bone to ulna bone at the elbow.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 2, 2023

The bat and birds have the bones of the forearm so arranged that the radius cannot rotate around the ulna.

From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by Cuyer, ?douard




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