thenar

/ˈθinɑr/
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Definitions of thenar
  1. noun
    the fleshy area of the palm at the base of the thumb
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    area, region
    a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve
  2. noun
    the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers
    synonyms: palm
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    type of:
    area, region
    a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve
  3. adjective
    of or relating to the palm of the hand or to the area at the base of the thumb
    synonyms: thenal
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