crural

adjective cru·ral \ˈkru̇r-əl\

Definition of CRURAL

: of or relating to the thigh or leg; specifically : femoral <crural artery>

Latin crur-, crus leg

First Known Use: 1599

Medical Dictionary

adjective cru·ral \ˈkru̇(ə)r-əl\

: of or relating to the thigh or leg; specifically : femoral <crural artery> <crural nerve>

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