brachium

(brā′kē-ŭm )

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pl. brachia [L., arm, from Gr. brakhion, shorter, hence “upper arm” as opposed to longer forearm]

1. The upper arm from shoulder to elbow.
2. Anatomical structure resembling an arm.

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