metacarpal Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun any bone of the hand between the wrist and fingers
    metacarpal bone.
  2. adjective of or relating to the metacarpus
    • metacarpal bones

WordNet

Met`a*car"pal adjective
Definitions
  1. (Anat.) Of or pertaining to the metacarpus. -- n. A metacarpal bone.

Webster 1913