What is another word for Capitate Bone?
Pronunciation: [kˈapɪtˌe͡ɪt bˈə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
Capitate bone is a small and complex bone located in the wrist, between the hamate and trapezoid bones. Sometimes known as os capitatum, it serves as a critical point of contact between the wrist and hand. There are very few synonyms for this specific bone, but some colloquial terms include the "head bone" or "knuckle bone" due to its location and size. Other terms used for different parts of the wrist include the carpal bones, or the entire wrist joint itself, which is sometimes referred to as the radiocarpal joint. As a crucial component of the hand/wrist structure, it holds a unique place in the anatomy of the human body.
