pronation

American  

[proh-ney-shuhn] / proʊˈneɪ ʃən /

noun

1. rotation of the hand or forearm so that the surface of the palm is facing downward or toward the back (opposed to supination).

2. a comparable motion of the foot consisting of abduction followed by eversion.

3. the position assumed as the result of this rotation.

4. any similar motion of the limbs or feet of animals.

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Etymology

Origin of pronation

First recorded in 1660–70; pronate + -ion

Example Sentences

I need to make sure my pronation and supination and range of motion is all on point so I’m not unnecessarily stressing something up the chain.’

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2025

Team athletic trainers worried about the pronation during his follow-through, believing it could strain his arm during a delicate period.

From Washington Post • Feb. 26, 2023

But after several years of lab research, Caprara concluded that pronation is only one of several important aspects to a person’s stride — and shouldn’t always be controlled.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2021

This is a pivot joint that allows for rotation of the radius during supination and pronation of the forearm.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

In other cases the four broken ends impinge upon the interosseous space, and may become united to one another, preventing the movements of pronation and supination.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander