1. the rotation of the forearm and hand so that the palm faces upward or forward
Usage: anatomy; medical
2. the rotation of the foot so that the sole turns inward
Usage: anatomy; medical

Examples

• The physical therapist demonstrated proper supination of the wrist during the exercise.
• Supination allows you to hold your palm up to catch raindrops.
• The doctor tested the patient’s ability to perform supination and pronation.
• Runners with excessive supination may need special shoes for support.
• The anatomy class studied supination as part of joint movement.
• Supination of the forearm is essential for many daily activities.