knee

IPA: nˈi

noun

  • In humans, the joint or the region of the joint in the middle part of the leg between the thigh and the shank.
  • In the horse and allied animals, the carpal joint, corresponding to the wrist in humans.
  • The part of a garment that covers the knee.
  • (shipbuilding) A piece of timber or metal formed with an angle somewhat in the shape of the human knee when bent.
  • (archaic) An act of kneeling, especially to show respect or courtesy.
  • Any knee-shaped item or sharp angle in a line; an inflection point.
  • A blow made with the knee; a kneeing.
  • (figurative) The presence of a parent etc., where a young child acquires early knowledge.

verb

  • (transitive, archaic) To kneel to.
  • (transitive) To poke or strike with the knee.
  • (reflexive) To move on the knees; to use the knees to move.
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