tarsus
US /ˈtɑːr.səs/
UK /ˈtɑːr.səs/
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tarsus, tulang pergelangan kaki
a group of small bones between the tibia and fibula and the metatarsus of the foot, forming the ankle and upper part of the foot.
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The doctor examined the patient's tarsus after the ankle injury.
Doktor memeriksa tarsus pesakit selepas kecederaan buku lali.
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The tarsus is crucial for the flexibility and movement of the foot.
Tarsus adalah penting untuk kelenturan dan pergerakan kaki.
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tarsus, segmen kaki serangga
the segment of the leg of an insect that consists of up to five joints and bears the claw.
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The insect's tarsus allowed it to grip the smooth surface.
Tarsus serangga membolehkannya mencengkam permukaan licin.
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Each leg of the beetle has a distinct tarsus structure.
Setiap kaki kumbang mempunyai struktur tarsus yang berbeza.