metapodial

noun

meta·​po·​di·​al

plural -s

: a metacarpal or metatarsal bone

Word History

Etymology

New Latin metapodium metatarsus (from meta- + -podium) + English -al (noun suffix, from -al, adjective suffix)

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!