noun pl. tarsi
Origin: ModL < Gr tarsos, flat of the foot, any flat surface, orig. a wickerwork frame for drying fruits or cheeses < IE base *ters-, to dry > thirst, L torridus
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noun pl. tar·si (-sī, -sē)
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Origin: New Latin
Origin: , from Greek tarsos, ankle; see ters- in Indo-European roots
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