SportsAugust 16, 2026

ulnar

UL-ner

Definition

Relating to the ulna, the longer of the two bones in the human forearm, specifically referring to the ligament associated with that bone.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'ulna', meaning elbow or forearm bone. It entered Middle English through Late Latin in the 17th century to describe the anatomical structure.

In the news

The article uses the term to identify the specific ligament in the elbow that Tommy John tore, which necessitated his famous and groundbreaking surgical procedure.

Tommy John cause of death: What surgery did MLB legend undergo? Health battle before death | Hindustan Times

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Hindustan Times

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