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turf toe

American

[turf toh] / ˈtɜrf ˌtoʊ /

noun

a sprain at the joint between the metatarsus and the phalanx of the big toe, caused when the ligament connecting them under the toe is overextended: typically a sports-related injury, originally associated especially with artificial grass surfaces.

Etymology

Origin of turf toe

First recorded in 1975–80

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Jackson hadn’t suited up since Week 1 while dealing with a lingering turf toe issue.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2025

He won’t suit up to spell Joe Burrow while the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback nurses his turf toe back to health.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2025

Davis also stepped in for Chisholm while he was sidelined with a turf toe injury last month.

From Washington Times ● Jul. 6, 2023

He endured Grade 3 turf toe and missed the remainder of Gonzaga’s 5-6 campaign — the Eagles’ first losing record since 2008.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 3, 2022

Vrabel said Monday that they still were evaluating the 18th pick overall and he didn’t know how long the rookie will be out. NFL.com reported Burks has turf toe, but wouldn’t need surgery.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 3, 2022

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