Achilles tendon

noun

: the strong tendon joining the muscles in the calf of the leg to the bone of the heel

called also Achilles

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Achilles tendon was in 1703

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“Achilles tendon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Achilles%20tendon. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

Achilles tendon

noun
: the strong tendon joining the muscles in the calf of the leg to the bone of the heel

Medical Definition

Achilles tendon

noun
: the strong tendon joining the muscles in the calf of the leg to the bone of the heel

called also tendon of Achilles

compare hamstring entry 1

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