What is another word for opponens pollicis?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒpə͡ʊnənz pˈɒlɪsˌɪs] (IPA) 
Opinions pollicis refers to a muscle located in the hand that is responsible for opposing the thumb. There are several synonyms for this muscle, including opponens digiti quinti, opponens digiti minimi, and opposition muscle. Each term describes the same muscle and its function in slightly different ways. Opponens digiti quinti and digiti minimi, for example, refer to the muscle's position relative to the fifth and smallest finger. The opposition muscle describes the muscle's primary function in opposing the thumb to allow for a wide range of hand movements. Regardless of the synonym used, the opponens pollicis is a crucial muscle for hand dexterity and precision movements.
