knee

Definition

  • n. hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella
  • n. the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee

Word forms

Plural
knees

Example sentences

  1. n.

    He fell and hurt his knee while playing soccer.

  2. vt.

    She had to kneel down to tie her shoes properly.