noun
bunion
BUHN-yuhn
Bunion (noun) means a painful, swollen bump that forms at the base of the big toe, caused by the joint shifting out of position. Example: “Her bunion made it hard to wear narrow shoes.”
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A painful, swollen bump that forms at the base of the big toe, caused by the joint shifting out of position.
"Her bunion made it hard to wear narrow shoes."
How to use bunion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA bony, often painful bump at the base of the big toe.
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Etymology
From an alteration of "bunny" (a swelling), ultimately traced through Old French and Old Norse words for "bump" or "swelling."
Rhymes for bunion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bunion” mean?
The word “bunion” means a painful, swollen bump that forms at the base of the big toe, caused by the joint shifting out of position. In plain terms, a bony, often painful bump at the base of the big toe.
How do you pronounce “bunion”?
“Bunion” is pronounced BUHN-yuhn (/ˈbʌnjən/ in IPA).
How do you use “bunion” in a sentence?
Here is “bunion” used in a sentence: “Her bunion made it hard to wear narrow shoes.”
What part of speech is “bunion”?
“Bunion” is a noun.
Where does the word “bunion” come from?
The word “bunion” comes from Old French. From an alteration of "bunny" (a swelling), ultimately traced through Old French and Old Norse words for "bump" or "swelling.".
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