Clubfoot
(noun)
A congenital deformity of the foot in which the sole is turned inward and the ankle joint is twisted.
Origin:
Early 16th century: from club (sense 2 of the noun) + foot.
Examples:
- Clubfoot is a condition that can be corrected with surgery or other treatments.
- The baby was born with clubfoot, and the doctor said that it could be treated with braces.
- Clubfoot can make it difficult for children to walk and participate in physical activities.
- The clubfoot made it uncomfortable for the young man to wear shoes.
- The clubfoot was causing a lot of pain and discomfort, so the doctor recommended surgery.