tarso
1. A group of seven small bones in the ankle and lower foot, located between the tibia/fibula and the metatarsals
The tarsus provides stability and support for the foot during walking.
O tarso fornece estabilidade e suporte para o pé durante a caminhada.
2. In arthropods, the segment of the leg between the tibia and the pretarsus, consisting of multiple articles or subsegments
The insect's tarsus contains specialized sensory receptors.
O tarso do inseto contém receptores sensoriais especializados.
3. In the eyelid, the dense connective tissue plate that provides structural support
The tarsal plate in the eyelid helps maintain its shape.
A placa tarsal na pálpebra ajuda a manter sua forma.
This is a technical anatomical term used primarily in medical, orthopedic, and entomological contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is restricted to professional healthcare, academic, and scientific settings.
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