First Known Use: circa 1718
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bunion
noun bun·ion \ˈbən-yən\
: a painful swelling on the side of the big toe
Full Definition of BUNION
: an inflamed swelling of the small fluid-filled sac on the first joint of the big toe accompanied by enlargement and protrusion of the joint
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Origin of BUNION
probably alteration of bunny swelling
BUNION Defined for Kids
bunion
noun bun·ion \ˈbən-yən\
Definition of BUNION for Kids
: a sore reddened swelling of the first joint of a big toe
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bunion
noun bun·ion \ˈbən-yən\
Medical Definition of BUNION
: an inflamed swelling of the small fluid-filled sac on the first joint of the big toe accompanied by enlargement and protrusion of the joint—compare hallux valgus
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