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pronate

/prəˈneɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does pronate mean?

verb

To turn or rotate the palm of the hand so that the palm faces downwards or inwards. To turn or rotate the foot so that the sole faces downwards or inwards.

Example

"The doctor asked the patient to pronate her wrist to assess the flexibility of her joints."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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