akropodion
noun
ak·ro·po·di·on
\ˌa-krə-ˈpō-dē-ən, -ˌän\
Definition of akropodion
-s
: the most prominent point on the back of the heel
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Origin and Etymology of akropodion
New Latin, from Greek, diminutive of akropous extremity of the leg, foot, from akr- acr- + pous foot — more at foot
First Known Use: 1920
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