foot drop

noun

, Pathology.

1. extension of the foot caused by paralysis of the flexor muscles of the leg.

Word History and Origins

Origin of foot drop¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Bauer was placed on dialysis while he recovered, and developed foot drop, a nerve compression impacting the movement of his foot.

From Seattle Times

An online campaign at the time even called for a “Princess and the Frog” makeover to the log flume ride that’s been a park favorite in large part due to its 52½-foot drop.

From Los Angeles Times

He has foot drop, which causes his toes to drag, because the muscles controlling the top of his foot atrophied while he was in the coma.

From Seattle Times

The ride, which culminates in a 52½-foot drop, will feature advanced audio animatronic figures and original music inspired by songs from the film.

From Los Angeles Times

Emmons was also experiencing widespread fasciculations along with muscle atrophy, foot drop and abnormal reflexes, in addition to inappropriate involuntary displays of emotion known as “pseudobulbar affect.”

From Washington Post