Other Word Forms
- subtrochlear adjective
Etymology
Origin of trochlear
First recorded in 1675–85; trochle(a) + -ar 1
Example Sentences
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A good example is the elbow joint, with the articulation between the trochlea of the humerus and the trochlear notch of the ulna.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
To the lateral side and slightly inferior to the trochlear notch is a small, smooth area called the radial notch of the ulna.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
The superior oblique is innervated by the trochlear nerve.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
The trochlear nerve and the abducens nerve are both responsible for eye movement, but do so by controlling different extraocular muscles.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
When the patella is situated upon the inner trochlear rim, the tibia must be extended because of the traction exerted by the straight ligaments.
From Lameness of the Horse Veterinary Practitioners' Series, No. 1 by Lacroix, John Victor
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