Bunion
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A painful inflammation and swelling at the joint at the base of the big toe, causing the toe to angle outward.
“Her bunion made walking in narrow shoes extremely uncomfortable after long shifts.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
bun·ion
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Synonyms
hallux valgusbony prominence
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