First Known Use: before 12th century
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wrist
noun \ˈrist\
: the part of your body where your hand joins your arm
Full Definition of WRIST
1
: the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm or a corresponding part on a lower animal
2
: the part of a garment or glove covering the wrist
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Origin of WRIST
Middle English, from Old English; akin to Middle High German rist wrist, ankle, Old English wrǣstan to twist — more at wrest
WRIST Defined for Kids
wrist
noun \ˈrist\
Definition of WRIST for Kids
: the joint or the region of the joint between the hand and arm
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wrist
noun \ˈrist\
Medical Definition of WRIST
: the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm or a corresponding part on a lower animal
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