Definition

A type of hard skin or callus that forms on the foot, often due to pressure or friction.

Example

She had to visit the podiatrist to treat the clavus on her foot.

Conversation

Have you ever had a clavus on your foot?

Yeah, I had one last summer, it was so painful!

I heard they can be really annoying to deal with.

Definitely! I had to see a doctor to get it removed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clavus is a Latin word meaning "nail" or "claw." It refers to a pointed or sharp object, often used in the context of a physical nail or claw.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'nail' or 'claw' when you hear 'clavus' — it directly relates to something sharp and pointed.

Visually Confused Words