pedis
|pe/dis|
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/ˈpiːdɪs/
foot
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pedis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pes', where 'ped-' meant 'foot'.
Historical Evolution
'pes' transformed into the Latin genitive form 'pedis', and it is used in modern medical terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'foot', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the genitive singular form of the Latin word 'pes', meaning 'foot'.
The term 'tinea pedis' refers to a fungal infection of the foot.
Last updated: 2025/01/21 01:21