Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bunion
Noun
/ˈbʌn.jən/
Definition
A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe.
Examples
- After years of wearing tight shoes, she developed a painful bunion.
- The doctor recommended surgery to remove the bunion.
- He noticed his bunion worsened after a long day of standing.
Meaning
It occurs when the big toe pushes against the next toe, causing the joint to stick out and become swollen.
Synonyms
- Hallux valgus
