American English pronunciation
How to pronounce knees
IPA transcription: ['niz]
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Noun
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hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella
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joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee
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the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee
Usage examples
- The players were allowed to use their heads, elbows, shoulders and knees.
- Margaret was on her knees, begging Melissa to change her mind.
- On his hands and knees!
- Kimo was knocked out in the first round from knees to the head.
- A dog is covered from nose to knees in a blue sheet.
- A guard tried to force the young man to his knees.
- His decision to retire early was attributed to continuing problems with his knees.
- Joint replacement surgery is becoming more common with knees and hips replaced most often.
- On his hands and knees!
- On his hands and knees!