Calcaneus Definition & Meaning

calcaneus
noun
  1. the largest tarsal bone; forms the human heel

"Calcaneus" in song lyrics

See how calcaneus is used in real songs:

  • "reflex sympathetic dystrophy in calcaneus"
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  • "reflex sympathetic dystrophy calcaneus"
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  • "ewing's sarcoma calcaneus"
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