Hock-joint (Noun)
Meaning
Tarsal joint of the hind leg of hoofed mammals; corresponds to the human ankle.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The veterinarian carefully examined the horse's hock-joint for any signs of injury or strain.
- In cattle, the hock-joint is prone to inflammation and arthritis due to the heavy weight-bearing load.
- The goat's agility and flexibility allowed it to climb steep terrain with ease, its hock-joint bending and flexing with each step.
- A rider's improper use of stirrups can put unnecessary pressure on the horse's hock-joint, leading to potential lameness.
- The anatomical study of the deer's hock-joint revealed a unique structure that enabled the animal to run with incredible speed and agility.