Fibular
(adjective)
- Relating to or located near the fibula bone in the leg.
- Relating to or located near the calf of the leg.
Origin:
Early 19th century: from latin fibula 'brooch, buckle' + -ar.
Examples:
- The fibular artery supplies blood to the calf and ankle.
- A fibular fracture is a break in the smaller bone of the lower leg.
- The fibular muscle is responsible for ankle stability.
- The fibular nerve provides sensation to the calf and foot.
- The fibular collateral ligament provides stability to the ankle joint.