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upper limb

[ˈʌpər lɪm]
nounpl: upper limbs
membro superior
1. The arm and hand, or the entire upper extremity of the human body from the shoulder to the fingertips
The upper limbs are used for reaching, grasping, and manipulating objects.
Os membros superiores são usados para alcançar, agarrar e manipular objetos.
2. In anatomy, the limb extending from the shoulder joint to the hand, including the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand
The upper limb consists of the humerus, radius, ulna, and carpal bones.
O membro superior consiste no úmero, rádio, ulna e ossos do carpo.
Synonyms
armupper extremityforearm
Antonyms
lower limblower extremity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
membro superior
Standard medical and anatomical term
São Paulo
membro superior
Formal anatomical usage
Portugal
membro superior
Standard anatomical term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

to lend a hand (upper limb usage)
an arm and a leg (idiomatic expression relating to upper limbs)
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