• a large tendon that runs from the heel to the calf


    tendon of achilles meaning & definition 1 of tendon of achilles.


  • The Achilles tendon is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects the calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to the heel bone. It is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, used for activities such as walking, running, and jumping. It is named after the Greek mythological hero Achilles, as it is a vulnerable spot, prone to injury or rupture.

    tendon of achilles meaning & definition 2 of tendon of achilles.

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