Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pes
Noun
/pɛs/
Definition
The Latin term for ‘foot’, often used in anatomical contexts to denote parts of the foot in various animals.
Examples
- In humans, the pes consists of the ankle, heel, and toes.
- The pes of a horse is adapted for speed and agility on various terrains.
- In comparative anatomy, the structure of the pes varies significantly among different species.
Meaning
In anatomical terminology, ‘pes’ primarily refers to the foot or the structure of the foot, particularly in scientific and medical texts.
Synonyms
- Foot
- Pod
- Ped
