1. of, relating to, or located near the olecranon (the bony projection at the back of the elbow)
Usage: anatomical term; technical

Examples

• The olecranal process is the prominent bone you can feel at the tip of your elbow.
• An olecranal fracture can result from a direct blow to the back of the elbow.
• The surgeon examined the olecranal region for signs of inflammation.
• Olecranal bursitis is a common condition affecting athletes and workers who lean on their elbows.