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carpal

/kɑːrpəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does carpal mean?

adjective

Relating to the wrist or the hand, especially the wrist joint. Involving or caused by repetitive strain on the wrist or hand, especially from typing or using a computer mouse.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed her with carpal tunnel syndrome after she complained of numbness in her hand."

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