The difference between Hallux and Pollex

When used as nouns, hallux means the big toe, whereas pollex means the thumb.


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  1. Hallux as a noun (anatomy):

    The big toe.

  1. Pollex as a noun:

    The thumb; the first, or preaxial, digit of the forelimb, corresponding to the hallux in the hind limb. In birds, the pollex is the joint which bears the alula or bastard wing.

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