English Explanatory Dictionary

Morton's toe

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of brachymetatarsia where the first metatarsal is shortened in relation to the second, promoting an anterior position of the second metatarsal-phalangeal joint in relation to the hallux (big toe).

Word forms

Morton's toe Morton's toes

Etymology

Named after American orthopedic surgeon Dudley Joy Morton (1884–1960).

Synonyms

Greek foot LaMay toe long toe Morton's syndrome
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