thenar Synonyms & Antonyms
ˈthē-ˌnär
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Thenar as an Adjective
1
of, relating to, involving, or constituting the ball of the thumb or the intrinsic musculature of the thumb
2
Relating to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot.
Thenar as a Noun
1
The palm of the hand or sole of the foot.
2
The ball of the thumb, or the muscle controlling it.
Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Thenar
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Origin of Thenar
Origin 1: New Latin, palm of the hand, from Greek; akin to Old High German tenar palm of the hand
Origin 2: From Ancient Greek θέναρ (thénar).
First Known Use
circa 1857
Thenar: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈthē-ˌnär/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Meaning | of, relating to, involving, or constituting the ball of the thumb or the intrinsic musculature of the thumb |
| Plural | thenars |
| First known use | 1857 |
How to Pronounce Thenar
The standard pronunciation of thenar is /ˈthē-ˌnär/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (thē).