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ulna

[uhl-nuh] / ˈʌl nə /
NOUN
forearm
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The researchers also found that Sahelanthropus had a relatively long femur compared to its ulna, which adds further support for bipedal behavior.

From Science Daily • Jan. 3, 2026

At the moment, Chiappe, May and paleontologist Pedro Mocho are locked in an intense discussion about the precise positioning of an ulna.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2024

Det Insp Nikki Deehan said excavations "first uncovered a tibia and fibula and a humerus, ulna, and radius bone relating to the lower left leg and right arm respectively".

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024

The UCL connects the humerus bone to ulna bone at the elbow.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 2, 2023

The former are attached by their bases at relatively wide distances apart to the ulna, while the primaries are crowded close together and attached to the skeleton of the hand.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" by Various




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