What is another word for hallux?

Pronunciation: [hˈalʌks] (IPA)

Hallux refers to the big toe in humans and other primates. There are various synonyms used for hallux, such as great toe, first digit, big digit, and great toe digit. In some medical circles, it is called the digitus pedis and in layman's term, the great toe is referred to as the "thumb toe." In anatomy textbooks, it is labeled as digit I, or the phalanx of the big toe. This toe plays a key role in maintaining balance and stability while walking. Hallux is also the target site for various medical conditions like hallux valgus (bunion), hallux rigidus (osteoarthritis of the big toe), gout, and turf toe.

Synonyms for Hallux:

  • n.

    big toe great toe
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What are the hypernyms for Hallux?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Hallux

The boot that favours the occurrence of hallux valgus is one which is too short and has pointed toes, with the apex in the middle line of the foot instead of being in line with the great toe.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson
In the earlier stage-hallux rigidus-the toe is stiff and incapable of being dorsiflexed, although plantar-flexion is, as a rule, but little restricted.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson
The factor for double hallux in fowls, for instance, may coexist with single comb or rose comb.
"Hormones and Heredity"
J. T. Cunningham

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