Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plantar

Adjective
/ˈplæntɑːr/
Definition
Relating to the sole of the foot.
Examples
  • The plantar surface of the foot is where we make contact with the ground.
  • He suffered an injury to his plantar fascia, causing severe pain in his heel.
  • Plantar warts are growths that occur on the bottom of the feet.
Meaning
The term ‘plantar’ refers to anything associated with the bottom of the foot, particularly in medical or anatomical contexts.
Synonyms
  • Sole
  • Foot