Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calcanhar
noun
/kalkənˈhär/
Definition
The back part of the foot below the ankle.
Examples
- She landed awkwardly on her calcanhar while playing basketball.
- The shoe’s design provides excellent support for the calcanhar.
- After hiking, my calcanhar was sore from the rough terrain.
Meaning
In anatomical terms, the calcanhar refers to the heel, which is the rounded bony area of the foot that supports body weight during standing and walking.
Synonyms
- Heel
- Calcaneus