humerus

/ˈhjuːmɪrəs/

Definitions

1. noun

either of the two long bones of the upper arm, extending from the shoulder to the elbow

“The doctor examined her humerus to determine the extent of the break.”

2. anatomy

a long bone in the upper arm, extending from the scapula to the elbow

“The humerus is a key component of the human skeletal system.”

Synonyms

  • long bone
  • upper arm bone

Antonyms

  • lower arm bone
  • radius