Knee: meaning, definitions and examples

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knee

[ niː ]

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body part

The joint between the thigh and the lower leg in humans, which is supported by the patella or kneecap.

Synonyms

joint, kneecap, patella

Examples of usage

My knee hurts after running.
She fell and scraped her knee.

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part of a piece of clothing

The part of a garment covering the knee.

Synonyms

area, part, section

Examples of usage

She wore a dress that came to her knees.
He patched the hole in his jeans near the knee.

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bend at the knee

To bend one's leg at the knee joint.

Synonyms

bend, crouch, flex

Examples of usage

He kneeled down to tie his shoe.
The dancer gracefully kneeled during the performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "knee" in other languages:

🇵🇹 joelho

🇮🇳 घुटना

🇩🇪 Knie

🇮🇩 lutut

🇺🇦 коліно

🇵🇱 kolano

🇯🇵 膝 (ひざ)

🇫🇷 genou

🇪🇸 rodilla

🇹🇷 diz

🇰🇷 무릎

🇸🇦 ركبة

🇨🇿 koleno

🇸🇰 koleno

🇨🇳 膝盖 (xīgài)

🇸🇮 koleno

🇮🇸 hnéskel

🇰🇿 тізе

🇬🇪 მუხლი

🇦🇿 diz

🇲🇽 rodilla

Word origin

The word 'knee' originated from the Old English word 'cneow', which is of Germanic origin. The use of 'knee' to refer to the joint in the middle of the leg dates back to the early Old English period. The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints in the human body, allowing for movement and support. Throughout history, the knee has been a symbol of strength, stability, and vulnerability.