Meaning & use
truncal
Last updated
Relating to the trunk of the body, as distinct from the limbs or head.
See it in a sentence
The physical therapist focused on truncal stability exercises after the surgery.
The rash appeared mainly in a truncal distribution across the chest and back.
A note on using this word
"Truncal" is a common term in medicine, especially in physical therapy and dermatology, describing conditions centered on the torso.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “truncal”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.