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Achilles tendon

noun

Definition of Achilles tendon 

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

— called also Achilles

First Known Use of Achilles tendon

1703, in the meaning defined above

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Achilles tendon

noun

English Language Learners Definition of Achilles tendon

medical : the body part that joins the muscles of the lower leg to the bone of the heel

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Achilles tendon

noun

Medical Definition of Achilles tendon 

: 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

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