Pollex

[pɒleks]

Definition

(n.) The first, or preaxial, digit of the fore limb, corresponding to the hallux in the hind limb; the thumb. In birds, the pollex is the joint which bears the bastard wing.

Edited by Eva

Definition

n. the thumb or the great-toe:—pl. Pollices (pol′i-sēz).—adj. Poll′ical.

Typist: Sanford