volar

¹

[ voh-ler ]

adjective

1. of or relating to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot.

volar

²

[ voh-ler ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or used for flight.

volar

/ ˈvəʊlə /

adjective

1. anatomy of or relating to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot

Word History and Origins

Origin of volar¹

1805–15; < Latin vol ( a ) palm of hand, sole of foot + -ar ¹

Origin of volar²

1830–40; < Latin vol ( āre ) to fly + -ar ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of volar¹

C19: from Latin vola hollow of the hand, palm, sole of the foot

Example Sentences

Around week 8 to 10 of development, the hands and feet develop volar pads—temporary thick skin on palms and soles that are particularly prominent while fingertips and toes develop.

From Popular-Science

Most humans lose their volar pads before birth, but some animals retain them, like primates.

From Popular-Science

There is volar flexion of the phalanges when the subject is at rest.

From Project Gutenberg

Volar flexion of the phalanges relieves tension on the parts; therefore, this position is assumed while the subject is at rest.

From Project Gutenberg

Volar flexion in a sufficient degree to relax the inflamed structures is always evident.

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In other subjects, while able to stand and walk, great difficulty is experienced because of volar flexion of the phalanges.

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Pressure on the navicular bone is diminished and tension on the flexor tendon is relieved by even slight volar flexion.

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Related Words

• aerial
• floating
• soaring