1. relating to or affecting the limbs or appendages of the body
Usage: medical; anatomical
2. relating to or resembling an appendix or appendage
Usage: technical

Examples

• The appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the arms and legs.
• Appendicular muscles control movement of the limbs.
• The doctor examined the patient’s appendicular joints for signs of arthritis.
• Appendicular fractures are common in sports injuries.
• The appendicular portion of the skeleton develops differently than the axial portion.
• Physical therapy focused on strengthening the appendicular musculature.