noun
- muscles that rotate the forearm so that the palm faces upward
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The supinators work opposite to the pronators in forearm rotation.
- Injury to the supinators can affect your ability to turn your palm upward.
- Physical therapists often focus on strengthening both supinators and pronators.
- The supinators are essential muscles for activities like carrying a tray.
- Tennis players frequently strain their supinators during backhand shots.
- Anatomists study how the supinators coordinate with other arm muscles.