metatarsal
/ˌmɛtəˈtɑrsəl/
noun
- Any of the five long bones in the foot, between the ankle bones and the toes.
- Wearing shoes that are too tight can put pressure on your metatarsals.
- The runner fractured a metatarsal in her left foot during the race.
- Doctors examined the X-ray to check for damage to the metatarsals.
adjective
- Relating to the metatarsal bones in the foot.
- The patient complained of pain in the metatarsal region of his foot.
- She wore special pads to relieve metatarsal pressure while walking.
- The metatarsal arch helps support your body weight when you stand.