opponens Definition
a muscle that opposes the action of another.
Using opponens: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "opponens" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The opponens pollicis is a muscle in the hand that opposes the thumb to the fingers.
Example
The opponens digiti minimi is a muscle in the hand that opposes the little finger.
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Summary: opponens in Brief
The term 'opponens' [əˈpəʊnənz] refers to a muscle that opposes the action of another. Examples include the opponens pollicis and the opponens digiti minimi, both located in the hand.
