1. relating to the metatarsus or the bones of the foot between the ankle and toes
Usage: medical; anatomical

1. any of the five long bones in the foot between the ankle and the toes
Usage: medical; anatomical

Examples

• The X-ray showed a fracture in the third metatarsal bone.
• She suffered a metatarsal injury during the soccer match.
• The doctor examined the metatarsal area for signs of stress fractures.
• Runners often experience metatarsal pain from overuse.
• The metatarsals connect the midfoot to the toes.
• He broke his second metatarsal while playing basketball.