hallux

Noun

Meaning

The first, or preaxial, digit of the hind limb, corresponding to the pollux in the fore limb; the great toe; the hind toe of birds.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

big toe great toe toe toenail bunion hammertoe first toe initial toe main toe number one toe pioneer toe starting toe chief toe frontmost toe leading toe
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Hypernyms

toe

Phrases with the word

hallux valgus

Derivatives

halluces

Examples

The hallux metatarsal shows increased base for more internal support, and more distal articular surface which causes more connection and support to the other bones in the foot. Source: Internet

The extensor hallucis longus has its origin on the fibula and the interosseus membrane between the two other extensors and is, similarly to the extensor digitorum, is inserted on the last phalanx of big toe ("hallux"). Source: Internet

The muscle dorsiflexes the hallux, and acts similar to the tibialis anterior in the weight-bearing leg. Source: Internet

The big toe is referred to as the hallux. Source: Internet

The pithecus portion of the name is from the Greek word for "ape". citation Like most hominids, but unlike all previously recognized hominins, it had a grasping hallux or big toe adapted for locomotion in the trees. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Halluin Hallum Hallums hallux valgus Hallwachs effect hallway