Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Splint Bone.
Splint Bone - as a noun
A rudimentary metacarpal or metatarsal bone on either side of the cannon bone in the leg of a horse or related animal
Example Sentences
"The splint bone is a small, vestigial bone located on either side of the cannon bone in horses."
"Horses sometimes develop splint bone fractures due to excessive strain or trauma."
"The veterinarian had to remove the splint bone to treat the horse's injury."
"The splint bone is not weight-bearing and serves no functional purpose in modern horses."
"During the examination, the vet noticed the horse had an enlarged splint bone."
