What is another word for trapezoid bone?
Pronunciation: [tɹˈapɪzˌɔ͡ɪd bˈə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
The trapezoid bone is a small bone found in the wrist joint that connects with four other bones to form the wrist. Some common synonyms for the trapezoid bone include the os trapezoideum, the lesser multangular bone and the cuneiform bone. While the size and shape of the bone may vary slightly, its function remains the same. It provides stability to the wrist joint and allows for the various movements of the hand and fingers. Understanding the anatomy of the trapezoid bone is important in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving the wrist joint.
