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calcaneus

UK
/kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
US
/kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/

Translations

calcaneusnoun
calcanei
pl
UK
/kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
US
/kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
пяточная кость
The calcaneus is the largest bone in the foot.
Пяточная кость является самой большой костью в стопе.
calcaneusadjective
UK
/kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
US
/kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
Attributive use of the noun 'calcaneus' to modify another noun (e.g., 'calcaneus fracture').

Definitions

calcaneusnoun
The large bone forming the heel of the human foot, also known as the heel bone.
The calcaneus is the largest tarsal bone and plays a crucial role in supporting the weight of the body.
calcaneusadjective
Attributive; relating to the calcaneus bone.
The patient sustained a calcaneus fracture after falling from a height.
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