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Definition of wrist

wrist

/ɹɪst/
wrist
Plural:wrists
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• noun

1

The flexible joint connecting the hand to the forearm in humans and other primates.

Example

"She wore a silver watch strapped tightly around her left wrist."

2

The part of a garment, such as a sleeve or a glove, that covers the joint connecting the hand to the forearm.

Example

"The tailor measured the sleeve exactly to the customer's wrist to ensure a perfect fit."

3

The corresponding joint or anatomical region in the forelimb of other terrestrial vertebrates.

Example

"The veterinarian carefully bandaged the injured wrist of the dog's front leg."

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• Rhymes for wrist

• Nearby Words

wrinkle
wrinkleless
wrinkly
wrist
wristband
wristlet
wristwatch

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'wrist', derived from Proto-Germanic 'wristiz'. It is etymologically related to the verb 'writhe' (meaning to twist or turn), referencing the joint's flexibility and turning motion.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wrist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wrist
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