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peroneus

/ˌpɛr.əˈniː.əs/

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noun

/ˌpɛr.əˈniː.əs/C2formalmedical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее мышцу нижней части ноги, участвующую в движении стопы.

A noun referring to a muscle of the lower leg that is involved in moving the foot.

  1. Lower leg muscleC2formalmedical

    A muscle located on the outer side of the lower leg that helps in moving the foot, particularly in pointing and turning it outward.

    ruМалоберцовая мышца

    • The peroneus muscle is essential for stabilizing the ankle during walking.
    • Injuries to the peroneus can cause difficulty in lifting the foot.
    • Physical therapy often targets the peroneus to improve balance.
Forms
  • peronei plural form
  • peronei's possessive plural form
  • peroneus's possessive singular form