Meaning of the word calcaneus in English
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calcaneus
US /kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
UK /kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
Noun
the large bone forming the heel of the human foot
Example:
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A fracture of the calcaneus can be very painful and debilitating.
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The Achilles tendon attaches to the posterior aspect of the calcaneus.