Definition

The bony part at the back of the elbow that you can feel when you touch your elbow.

Example

He bumped his olecranon against the table and winced in pain.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how the olecranon is the pointy part of your elbow?

Yeah, it's interesting how our bodies have these little details.

I read that it helps with the movement of the arm, too.

That makes sense! It's cool how everything is connected.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Olecranon → It is formed from "olecranon" (from Greek "ōlekranon", meaning the elbow) which is a combination of "ōle" (meaning elbow) and "kranion" (meaning head or skull). The word refers to the bony prominence of the elbow, resembling a head at the elbow joint.

Memory Tip

Picture the 'head' ('kranion') of the 'elbow' ('ole') — that's why olecranon refers to the bony part of your elbow.

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