astragalus

[ a-strag-uh-luhs ]

noun

, Zoology.

, plural as·trag·a·li [a-, strag, -, uh, -lahy].

1. (in higher vertebrates) one of the proximal bones of the tarsus; talus.

astragalus

/ æˈstræɡələs /

noun

1. anatomy another name for talus 1

Other Words From

• as·traga·lar adjective
• subas·traga·lar adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of astragalus¹

From New Latin, dating back to 1535–45; astragal

Word History and Origins

Origin of astragalus¹

C16: via New Latin from Latin: astragal

Example Sentences

Astragalus, the upper bone of the foot supporting the tibia; the buckle, ankle, or sling bone.

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Astragalus, a genus of papilionaceous plants, herbaceous or shrubby, and often spiny.

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The gummy exudation of the Astragalus verus, hardened by the air.

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Gum tragacanth, is gathered about the end of June, from the astragalus tragacantha of Crete and the surrounding islands.

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The cornfields are bright with English wild-flowers — dandelions, buttercups, astragalus, and a purple Michaelmas daisy.

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Related Words

• bone