clavus

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a hard thickening of the skin (especially on the top or sides of the toes) caused by the pressure of ill-fitting shoes

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin clāvus (“a nail”). Doublet of clove.

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Synonyms

corn

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