Clawfoot (Noun)
Meaning
A deformity of the foot characterized by an abnormally high arch and hyperextension of the toes which gives the foot the appearance of a claw.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- He suffered from clawfoot, which caused his foot to take on an abnormal shape and resulted in chronic pain while walking.
- As a result of years of neglecting her condition, her foot had become severely deformed with a pronounced clawfoot that made every step a struggle.
- The elderly woman's clawfoot prevented her from wearing regular shoes and made it difficult for her to balance while standing.
- The doctor specialized in treating patients with clawfoot and other congenital deformities using specialized orthotics and surgery.
- The man's clawfoot had been a source of embarrassment throughout his life, and he had tried various treatments to correct the deformity without success.