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hammertoe

 

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Noun hammertoe has 1 sense
  1. hammertoe - a deformed toe which is bent in a clawlike arch
    --1 is a kind of
    toe

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Hammertoe

Hammertoe refers to a deformity of the toe in which the toe bends downward at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. It is usually caused by wearing tight or ill-fitting shoes, and it can result in pain, discomfort, and difficulty in walking.

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Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Medical Condition

Noun: A condition characterized by the abnormal bending of one or more toes at the middle joint, resulting in a hammer-like appearance.

Example sentence: She developed a hammertoe on her right foot after years of wearing high-heeled shoes.

Sense 2: Popular Usage

Noun: A term commonly used to describe any toe deformity where the toe appears bent or crooked.

Example sentence: He complained about his hammertoes, but it turned out to be a different condition called mallet toe.

Sense 3: Local Usage

Noun: In some regions, hammertoe can be a colloquial term used to refer to a misshapen or deformed toe, regardless of any specific medical condition or appearance.

Example sentence: They have a longstanding tradition of referring to any irregular toe as a hammertoe in that particular province.

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