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lateral epicondyle

lateral epicondyle

1 9.9
A hard bump on the outer end of a bone where muscles and tough bands attach
  • noun
  • /ˈlætərəl ˈɛpɪkɒndaɪl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : epicóndilo lateral
  • The surgeon identified the lateral epicondyle before attaching the ligament graft.

Examples

  • The lateral epicondyle is crucial for elbow stability.

  • Pain on the outside of the elbow often indicates inflammation of the lateral epicondyle.

  • Athletes sometimes experience soreness near the lateral epicondyle after intensive arm workouts.

  • Many athletes experience pain near the lateral epicondyle.

  • The doctor explained that the lateral epicondyle is crucial for elbow movement.

  • Pain in the lateral epicondyle can indicate a condition known as tennis elbow.

  • During the surgery, the surgeon pointed out the lateral epicondyle as a key reference point.

Synonyms

epicondyle
vslateral epicondyle
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A bony bump above a joint where muscles or ligaments attach

is the outer side specific protrusion used for muscle and ligament attachment

Surface Forms

lateral epicondyle singular
lateral epicondyles plural

Morphology

lateral + epicondyle

The meaning is directly and transparently derived from 'lateral' (relating to the side) modifying 'epicondyle' (a bony projection for muscle/ligament attachment), so it denotes the epicondyle on the outer side of a bone. The adjective+noun composition is straightforward and cross-linguistically regular, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents can infer the MWE's meaning.

Etymology

Lateral epicondyle literally describes a 'bump on the side of a joint': lateral means 'side' and epicondyle means 'on the joint'. So the name helps you picture the bony bump on the outer elbow where muscles and ligaments attach, which is why doctors use it for that exact spot.