CEFR C1

Humerus

noun

Meaning

The long bone in the upper arm that extends from the shoulder to the elbow.

Examples

The humerus connects the scapula to the radius and ulna.
A fracture of the humerus often requires a sling for proper healing.

Synonyms: upper arm bone, brachium

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Humerus (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhjuːmərəs/

Definition

The long bone in the upper arm that extends from the shoulder to the elbow.

Examples

The humerus connects the scapula to the radius and ulna.
A fracture of the humerus often requires a sling for proper healing.
Anatomists study the humerus to understand the mechanics of the human arm.

How to Use Humerus

fracture of the humerus (prepositional phrase): a break occurring in the bone — "The X-ray confirmed a complex fracture of the humerus."

Synonyms of Humerus

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