pollex

/ˌpɑˈlɛks/
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Other forms: pollices

Definitions of pollex
  1. noun
    the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb
    synonyms: thumb
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    type of:
    finger
    any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)
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