Fibular (adjective)

  1. Relating to or located near the fibula bone in the leg.
  2. Relating to or located near the calf of the leg.

Origin:

Early 19th century: from latin fibula 'brooch, buckle' + -ar.

Examples:

  1. The fibular artery supplies blood to the calf and ankle.
  2. A fibular fracture is a break in the smaller bone of the lower leg.
  3. The fibular muscle is responsible for ankle stability.
  4. The fibular nerve provides sensation to the calf and foot.
  5. The fibular collateral ligament provides stability to the ankle joint.
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