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Definition of Scaphoid bone
1. Noun. The largest wrist bone on the thumb side.
Exact synonyms: Navicular, Os Scaphoideum
Generic synonyms: Carpal, Carpal Bone, Wrist Bone
Derivative terms: Navicular
Generic synonyms: Carpal, Carpal Bone, Wrist Bone
Derivative terms: Navicular
Definition of Scaphoid bone
1. Noun. (anatomy) One of the carpal bones of the wrist. ¹
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Medical Definition of Scaphoid bone
1. The largest bone of the proximal row of the carpus on the lateral (radial) side, articulating with the radius, lunate, capitate, trapezium, and trapezoid. Synonym: os scaphoideum, navicular bone of hand, os naviculare manus. (05 Mar 2000)