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词汇 opposability
释义 opposability
noun[ U ]
 anatomy specializeduk /əˌpəʊ.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti/ us /əˌpoʊ.zəˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/
the quality of fingers, thumbs, and toes being opposable(= able to be placed opposite each other so that objects can be picked up):
The opposability of the thumb is very important for dexterity and grasping stability.
Each genus of monkey differs in the opposability of the thumb to the fingers.
The human thumb's unique opposability allows us to grasp, hold, squeeze, and manipulate.
This muscle is important for opposability and the motion that brings the thumb into contact with other fingers.
Opposability, combined with the ability to move the fingers independently, makes the hand an incredibly versatile organ.
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