prepollent Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pre*pol"lent adjective

Etymology

L. praepollens, p. p. of praepollere to surpass in power; prae before + pollere to be powerful.

Definitions

1. Having superior influence or power; prevailing; predominant. R. Boyle.

Pre*pol"lent noun

Etymology

NL. See Pre-, Pollex.

Wordforms

plural
plural Prepollices

Definitions

1. (Anat.) An extra first digit, or rudiment of a digit, on the preaxial side of the pollex.