Definition of "tarsal" [tar•sal]

• Of, relating to, or situated near the tarsus of the foot: the tarsal bones. (adjective)
• Of or relating to the tarsus of the eyelid: the tarsal ligaments. (adjective)

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• "The computer models also revealed that Cryptomartus hindi's mouth appendages, called pedipalps, had tiny 'tarsal' claws attached at the end to help the creature to manipulate its prey."
• "I usually sqirt a drop or two on the front and back of my boots, and a few drops on a wick around the stand. i never used the buck pee though. i have used a couple of tarsal glands from a buck that my friend killed. had small buck circle the tree i hung it from a couple times."
• "If someone harvest a buck go out and cut the tarsal gands from the hind hocks, I would suggest using disposalable gloves and a zip lock baggy to hold your bounty."