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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Synonym of phalanx (“bone of a finger or toe”). rare

Adjective

1. 1
   Relating to a phalanx. not-comparable
2. 2
   Relating to a phalange. not-comparable

Adjective

1. 1
   of or relating to the bones of the fingers or toes wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

phalangalphalanx

Etymology

Probably from the stem of Latin phalanx + -eal (in laryngeal, pharyngeal). Compare earlier phalangal and rare New Latin phalangeus.

Related phrases

outer phalangeal cell

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