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calcaneus

Pronunciation:  kal'keyneeus

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 Definition: [n]  the largest tarsal bone; forms the human heel
 
 Synonyms: heelbone, os tarsi fibulare
 
 See Also: bone, foot, human foot, os, pes

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: The calcaneus is the bone that forms the heel of the foot. It is the largest bone of the foot.
 
 Synonyms: os calcis
 

 

 

 

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