metatarsus

Meanings

• noun

  The metatarsus is a part of the foot, located between the tarsal bones and the metatarsals, and it consists of five bones.

  - "The metatarsus is an essential part of the foot that supports the weight of the body."
  - "During a foot examination, the doctor checked the metatarsus for any deformities or signs of injury."

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Synonyms

instep

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Variants

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metatarsi , metatarsus

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'metatarsos' meaning 'behind the tarsus'.

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Trivia

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1. The metatarsus is made up of five long bones called metatarsals.

2. The metatarsus plays a crucial role in weight distribution and propulsion during walking and running.

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Related Concepts

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1. Metatarsalgia: A condition characterized by pain, inflammation, or injury to the metatarsal bones and the surrounding soft tissues.

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How to Memorize "metatarsus"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a foot with the toes pointing downwards. The metatarsus is the area between the ankle and the toes, where the metatarsal bones are located.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'metatarsus' with the foot, specifically the area between the ankle and the toes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Metatarsus Means Metatarsals' to remember the meaning of the word.

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