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astragalus
[ a-strag-uh-luhs ]
noun
- (in higher vertebrates) one of the proximal bones of the tarsus; talus.
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- as·traga·lar adjective
- subas·traga·lar adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of astragalus1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of astragalus1
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Example Sentences
Astragalus, the upper bone of the foot supporting the tibia; the buckle, ankle, or sling bone.
Astragalus, a genus of papilionaceous plants, herbaceous or shrubby, and often spiny.
The gummy exudation of the Astragalus verus, hardened by the air.
Gum tragacanth, is gathered about the end of June, from the astragalus tragacantha of Crete and the surrounding islands.
The cornfields are bright with English wild-flowers — dandelions, buttercups, astragalus, and a purple Michaelmas daisy.
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