hallux
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hal·lux

noun \ˈha-ləks\
plural hal·lu·ces \ˈha-lə-ˌsēz, ˈhal-yə-\

Definition of HALLUX

: the innermost digit (as the big toe) of a hind or lower limb

Origin of HALLUX

New Latin, from Latin hallus, hallux
First Known Use: 1831

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hal·lux

noun \ˈhal-əks\   (Medical Dictionary)
plural ; hal·lu·ces \ˈhal-(y)ə-ˌsēz\ (audio pronunciation) (audio pronunciation)

Medical Definition of HALLUX

: the innermost digit (as the big toe in humans) of a hind or lower limb

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