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Unciform

//ˈʌnsɪfɔːɹm// adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of the shape of a hook; hook-shaped.
Noun
  1. 1
    The hamate bone.

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Latin uncus (“hook”) + -form.

Etymology 2

From Latin uncus (“hook”) + -form.

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