WRIST


Meaning of WRIST in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' rist

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English; akin to Middle High German rist wrist, ankle, Old English wr ǣ stan to twist ― more at WREST

Date: before 12th century

1 : the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm or a corresponding part on a lower animal

2 : the part of a garment or glove covering the wrist

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