Definition

Relating to the area of the palm of the hand at the base of the thumb.

Example

The doctor examined the thenal muscles to assess the patient's grip strength.

Conversation

Did you know the muscles in your hand include the thenal region?

Really? I had no idea they had specific names like that.

Yeah, the thenal muscles help with thumb movement.

That makes sense! I guess I never thought about how complex our hands are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, meaning a term used to refer to a specific time or moment in a sequence. It is related to the word 'then', which indicates a point in time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'then' as a marker of time, helping you remember that 'thenal' relates to a specific moment or time in a sequence.

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