deltoid tuberosity

noun phrase

Meaning

A rough, raised area on the humerus (upper arm bone) where the deltoid muscle inserts.

Examples

The deltoid tuberosity is a key landmark for understanding shoulder muscle function.
An injury to the deltoid tuberosity can significantly impact arm movement.

Synonyms: bony prominence, roughened area, insertion point

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deltoid tuberosity

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /dɛl.tɔɪd ˈtjuː.bəˈrɒs.ɪ.ti/

Definition

A rough, raised area on the humerus (upper arm bone) where the deltoid muscle inserts.

Examples

The deltoid tuberosity is a key landmark for understanding shoulder muscle function.
An injury to the deltoid tuberosity can significantly impact arm movement.

How to Use deltoid tuberosity

deltoid tuberosity of the humerus (collocation): Specifies the exact bone on which the deltoid tuberosity is located. — "The deltoid tuberosity of the humerus is a prominent feature."

Synonyms of deltoid tuberosity

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