navicular

/nævɪkjʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the naviculus, especially in being boat-shaped or boat-like in form

“The navicular bone in the foot is shaped like a boat.”

2. noun

a bone in the foot that is boat-shaped

“The doctor examined the navicular bone to diagnose the foot injury.”

3. noun

a part of an arch or vault resembling a boat

“The architect designed a beautiful navicular arch for the new building.”

Synonyms

  • boat-shaped
  • oval

Antonyms

  • rectangular
  • square