Carpopedal
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Pertaining to the hands and feet. not-comparable
"The doctor recalled classic hyperventilatory episodes being characterized by carpopedal spasms, and reminded himself to monitor the patient's hands and feet carefully during the interview for any signs of tetanic contraction […]"
Example
More examples"The doctor recalled classic hyperventilatory episodes being characterized by carpopedal spasms, and reminded himself to monitor the patient's hands and feet carefully during the interview for any signs of tetanic contraction […]"
Etymology
From carpo- + pedal.
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