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Talus Definition & Meaning

talus
noun
  1. a sloping mass of loose rocks at the base of a cliff
  2. the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint

"Talus" in song lyrics

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  • "cyst over dome with talus"
    AOL — AOL
  • "tear and talus"
    AOL — AOL
  • "avascular necrosis of talus"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does talus mean?
a sloping mass of loose rocks at the base of a cliff the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint
What part of speech is talus?
Talus is a noun.
How many definitions does talus have?
Talus has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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