talus

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a sloping mass of loose rocks at the base of a cliff
  2. noun the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint

Etymology

From Latin tālus.

In classic literature

Synonyms

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