pronate
pronate
Definition
pro·nate (prō′nāt′)
transitive verb, intransitive verb -·nat′ed, -·nat′·ing
- to rotate (the hand or forearm) so that the palm faces down or back
- to rotate (the foot) outward and tip it so that the inner side of the sole contacts the ground in walking or running
Etymology: < LL pronatus, pp. of pronare, to bend forward < L pronus: see prone
pro·na′·tion noun
pronate
Usage Examples
Object
- foot: These are particularly appropriate for patients with flat or pronated feet.
Modifying Another Word
- over: Stability, 2 out of 5, designed for people who do not over pronate.
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