median nerve
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A major nerve running down the arm that controls movement and feeling in much of the hand.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the _____ becomes compressed at the wrist."
Answer: median nerve
In your own words, what does "median nerve" mean?
A major nerve running down the arm that controls movement and feeling in much of the hand.
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