Forefoot: meaning, definitions and examples
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forefoot
[ ˈfɔrfʊt ]
anatomy anatomy
The forefoot is the front part of the foot, including the toes and the metatarsals. It is responsible for balance and propulsion during walking and running. The structure and function of the forefoot are crucial for various athletic activities.
Synonyms
anterior foot, front foot
Examples of usage
- The athlete injured his forefoot during the race.
- Proper footwear can help support the forefoot.
- Conditions like bunions affect the forefoot's alignment.
Translations
Translations of the word "forefoot" in other languages:
🇵🇹 antepé
🇮🇳 पैर का अग्रभाग
🇩🇪 Vorfuß
🇮🇩 bagian depan kaki
🇺🇦 передня частина стопи
🇵🇱 przednia część stopy
🇯🇵 前足部
🇫🇷 avant-pied
🇪🇸 antepié
🇹🇷 ön ayak
🇰🇷 앞발
🇸🇦 الجزء الأمامي من القدم
🇨🇿 přední část nohy
🇸🇰 predná časť nohy
🇨🇳 前足
🇸🇮 prednji del stopala
🇮🇸 framfótur
🇰🇿 алдыңғы аяқ
🇬🇪 წინამძიმე
🇦🇿 ön ayaq
🇲🇽 antepié
Etymology
The term 'forefoot' originates from the combination of 'fore-', meaning 'front' or 'before', and 'foot', which comes from Old English 'fōt', referring to the lower extremity of the leg. The word has been in use since the Middle Ages, as early as the 14th century, to describe the anterior part of the foot, distinguishing it from the hindfoot or back part of the foot. The development of this terminology reflects the anatomical understanding of the human body, which has evolved significantly over time. In various cultures, the forefoot has been an area of focus not only for anatomy but also for footwear design, sports science, and rehabilitation practices, illustrating its importance across multiple disciplines.