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Definition of Funny bone
1. Noun. A point on the elbow where the ulnar nerve passes near the surface; a sharp tingling sensation results when the nerve is knocked against the bone. "The funny bone is not humerus"
Exact synonyms: Crazy Bone
Generic synonyms: Cubital Nerve, Nervus Ulnaris, Ulnar Nerve
Group relationships: Articulatio Cubiti, Cubital Joint, Cubitus, Elbow, Elbow Joint, Human Elbow
Generic synonyms: Cubital Nerve, Nervus Ulnaris, Ulnar Nerve
Group relationships: Articulatio Cubiti, Cubital Joint, Cubitus, Elbow, Elbow Joint, Human Elbow
Definition of Funny bone
1. Noun. (idiomatic) The ulnar nerve in the elbow, which, when hit, causes a tingly sensation. (defdate from the 19th c.) ¹
2. Noun. (figuratively) One's sense of humor. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Funny bone
1. As in it tickled my funny bone. When the elbow is bumped, the ulnar nerve rnning past the elbow is stimulated and produces a strange (funny) electric sensation. (12 Dec 1998)
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