radial nerve

ra·dial·nerve

uncommon

noun

largest branch of the brachial plexus; extends down the humerus to the lateral epicondyle where it divides into one branch that goes to the skin on the back of the hand and another that goes to the underlying extensor muscles

Synonyms

radial nerve
nervus radialis
musculospiral nerve

Related words

Broader terms

nerve

Grammar

noun
singular	radial nerve
plural	radial nerves

Nearby words

radially symmetrical radial artery radial asymmetry radial engine radial keratotomy radial pulse radial symmetry radial tire radial vein radial velocity

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