crazy bone

/ˌkreɪzi boʊn/
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Other forms: crazy bones

Definitions of crazy bone
  1. noun
    a point on the elbow where the ulnar nerve passes near the surface; a sharp tingling sensation results when the nerve is knocked against the bone
    synonyms: funny bone
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    type of:
    cubital nerve, nervus ulnaris, ulnar nerve
    a nerve running along the inner side of the arm and passing near the elbow; supplies intrinsic muscles of the hand and the skin of the medial side of the hand
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