Calcaneus
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calcaneus is a noun meaning The large bone making up the heel of the human foot, the heel bone.
Meaning
The large bone making up the heel of the human foot, the heel bone.
Word Forms
- calcanei
- calcanea
- calcaneum
Synonyms for calcaneus
Depending on context, synonyms include heelbone.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include heelbone, calcaneous, calcaneum, cuboid, coronary, clavus.
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