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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

capitate

/kæpɪteɪt/ adjective · British & US
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What does capitate mean?

adjective

Having a head or a rounded top; forming a head or rounded top; resembling a head or a rounded top.

Example

"The capitate bone is the largest of the carpal bones in the human wrist, forming the head of the wrist."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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