Meaning of the word calcaneus in English

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calcaneus

US /kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/
UK /kælˈkeɪ.ni.əs/

Noun

1.

the large bone that forms the heel (= back part of the foot):

Example:
The talus rests on top of the calcaneus and forms the pivoting joint of the ankle.
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