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