Lateral cuneiform

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This is the second largest of the three cuneiform (wedge-shape) bones. Like the medial cuneiform, the broad base of the wedge-shaped bone faces dorsally. Its lateral and medial surfaces form small articular facets for the cuboid and intermediate cuneiform, respectively. The distal and proximal surfaces are all smooth, cartilage-covered articular facets for the second metatarsal and navicular bones. The narrow plantar and broad dorsal surfaces are roughened for the attachment of strong interosseous ligaments.