Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
supinate
verb
/ˈsuːpɪneɪt/
Definition
To turn the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot upward or forward.
Examples
- When performing a bicep curl, you should supinate your wrist to engage the muscle effectively.
- He supinated his foot while walking on the uneven surface, which caused his ankle to twist.
Meaning
Supinate relates to the positioning of the body or limb where the palm or foot faces up.
Synonyms
- Rotate
- Turn
- Inversion
