upper arm

noun

1. the part of the arm between the shoulder and the elbow.

Word History and Origins

Origin of upper arm¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

These appetite suppressants can be self-administered as weekly injections via pre-filled pens in the upper arm, thigh or stomach.

From BBC

There are two kinds of these highly effective methods: intrauterine devices, known as IUDs, and hormonal implants inserted into the upper arm.

From Salon

Both Wegovy and Mounjaro are given as weekly injections via pre-filled pens that can be self-administered into the upper arm, thigh or stomach.

From BBC

Firefighter/paramedic Luke Winfield put on a pair of white latex gloves and prepared a nalaxone IV, tied a blue tourniquet around the man’s upper arm and plunged the life-saving drug into the crease of his elbow.

From Los Angeles Times

At the time, Crossley claimed that McDonald - then 16 - could communicate by pointing at magnetic letters while Crossley supported her upper arm.

From BBC

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