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pollex

Syllabification: (pol·lex)
Pronunciation: /ˈpälˌeks/
Definition of pollex

noun (plural pollices /ˈpäləˌsēz/)

Anatomy & Zoology
  • the innermost digit of a forelimb, especially the thumb in primates.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin, literally 'thumb or big toe'

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