What is another word for hindfoot?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪndfʊt] (IPA)

The hindfoot is a part of the human body that comprises the heel bone and ankle. When it comes to referring to this particular anatomical region, there are several synonyms that can be used. One synonym for hindfoot is "talocrural region," referring to the talus bone within the ankle joint. Another synonym is "calcaneus-region," which specifically refers to the heel bone. The term "retropod" can also be used to describe the hindfoot, which is derived from the Greek words "retro" meaning "backward" and "pous" meaning "foot." Finally, "rearfoot" is a commonly used term that encompasses both the heel bone and ankle within the hindfoot region.

Synonyms for Hindfoot:

  • n.

    animal
  • Other relevant words:

    Other relevant words (noun):
    • animal foot
    • ,
    • foot
    • .

What are the hypernyms for Hindfoot?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Hindfoot?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for hindfoot (as nouns)

    • animal
      foot, animal foot.

What are the holonyms for Hindfoot?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.
  • holonyms for hindfoot (as nouns)

Usage examples for Hindfoot

The forefoot is formed by the knee, cannon and toe, and the hindfoot by the hock, cannon and toe.
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5. Describe the region of the hindfoot.
"Common Diseases of Farm Animals"
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Next he stretched the five toes of his right hindfoot.
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