carpi

[ kahr-pahy ]

noun

1. plural of carpus.

carpi

/ ˈkɑːpaɪ /

noun

1. the plural of carpus

Example Sentences

The flexor carpi ulnaris, for instance, is a muscle in the forearm that bends the wrist — exactly as its name suggests.

From New York Times

Tests revealed a rupture of the extensor carpi ulnaris tendon, but the team is optimistic about Cruz’s potential to return after he showed up Friday feeling good.

From Seattle Times

The researchers focused their work on a muscle called the extensor carpi radialis, which connects the upper arm to the hand.

From New York Times

The soft parts at the radial side are to be carefully dissected up, and the tendon of the extensor carpi radialis longior divided at its insertion.

From Project Gutenberg

The carpi diem of the classic sensualists, the morality of the 'Satyricon' or the 'Decamerone,' are its only natural concomitants and outcome; but as yet it is not honest enough to say this.

From Project Gutenberg