splayfoot
- noun
- Specialized
:
pie plano
- Children with splayfoot may need special insoles for support.
Examples
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She visited the podiatrist because her splayfoot was causing her knee pain.
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After years of wearing the wrong shoes, he developed a noticeable splayfoot.
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A splayfoot can lead to discomfort and difficulty walking if not treated.
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He has a splayfoot that makes it difficult to find shoes.
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Many athletes suffer from splayfeet due to overtraining.
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People with a splayfoot often experience pain and fatigue during physical activities.
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A splayfoot can affect one's balance and lead to awkward walking patterns.
Synonyms
1
6.5
A foot with a low arch so the bottom is flat and spread out
1
7.4
The curved part of the foot becomes flat so the whole sole touches the ground
A foot problem where the middle part is flat so the whole bottom of the foot touches the ground
A condition where the foot's arch is very low so the whole sole touches the ground
How Flat
- Specialized
6
2.7
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Splayfoot comes from splay 'to spread out' and foot; it names a foot that becomes flattened and wide, which is why a splayfoot often has a 'fallen arch' and a broader sole.