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varus


var·us

adj \ˈver-əs\

Definition of VARUS

1
: of, relating to, or being a deformity in which an anatomical part is turned inward toward the midline of the body to an abnormal degree <a varus heel>
2
: valgus 1 —used of the knee
varus noun

Origin of VARUS

New Latin, from Latin, bent inward, bow-legged
First Known Use: 1945

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