Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stump-foot
Noun
/stʌmp fʊt/
Definition
A stump foot is a condition characterized by a short or missing foot, often associated with amputation or a congenital defect.
Examples
- The athlete adjusted to life with a stump-foot after his injury.
- Various prosthetic options are available for those with a stump-foot.
- He learned to walk again despite his stump-foot, showing incredible determination.
Meaning
The term refers to a foot that is either partially or completely absent, which can greatly affect a person’s mobility and quality of life.
Synonyms
- limb deficiency
- amputated foot
- contracted foot
