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Definition of 'calcaneus'

1. (n.) calcaneus
the largest tarsal bone, forming the prominence of the heel.

Etymology: (1920–25; < LL )

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1. (noun) heelbone, calcaneus, os tarsi fibulare
the largest tarsal bone; forms the human heel

Definition of 'calcaneus'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. calcaneus
The largest of the TARSAL BONES which is situated at the lower and back part of the FOOT, forming the HEEL.

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