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Knee

noun

/niː/

Meaning

the joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans

the joint between the thigh and the lower leg

He fell and scraped his knee on the pavement.

He hurt his knee while playing football.

cut off at the knees

kneecap, patella, joint, articulation

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kneecap, patella

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joint, kneecap, patella, articulation

straight leg, extension

knee cap, knee injury, knee surgery, knee bend, bend the knee, knee pain

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knee cap, knee injury, knee surgery, knee bend

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bend the knee, knee pain, knee surgery, knee injury

a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed

The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.

a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

a group of ordinary people who are trained to act as soldiers in emergencies

prejudice in favor of or against something; an inclination or outlook