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Plantar: meaning, definitions and examples

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plantar

 

[ หˆplรฆntษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

anatomy term

Plantar refers to the sole of the foot. In anatomical terms, it is used to describe muscles, ligaments, and other structures located on the bottom surface of the foot. It plays a crucial role in walking, running, and overall foot mechanics. The term is derived from the Latin word 'planta', which means 'sole' or 'flat surface'. In medical contexts, conditions related to the plantar area, such as plantar fasciitis, are common.

Synonyms

bottom, soles, undersurface

Examples of usage

  • Plantar fascia strain can be quite painful.
  • The plantar surface of the foot absorbs shock.
  • Exercises for plantar strength are essential for athletes.

Translations

Translations of the word "plantar" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น plantar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเค—เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช pflanzen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menanam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐะดะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sadziฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆคใˆใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท planter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ plantar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dikmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ฌ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒุฑุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรกzet

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sadiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็งๆค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ saditi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ planta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตะณัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒแƒ แƒ’แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™kmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ plantar

Word origin

The word plantar comes from the Latin term 'planta', which translates to 'sole of the foot'. This Latin origin emphasizes the specific part of anatomy that the term describes. The use of 'plantar' in the medical and anatomical fields has been established to categorize various conditions and anatomical features related to the soles of the feet. Over time, it has become common language in both clinical settings and anatomical studies, providing a clear reference point for healthcare professionals. As understanding of foot mechanics has grown, the term has been applied in various forms of therapy and rehabilitation, further embedding its relevance in both everyday language and professional vocabulary.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,276, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.