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knees Definition and Meaning in English (knees definition)

noun
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Knees definition: The joints connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans, allowing bending and movement.

Definitions of Knees

  1. 1noun

    The joints connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans, allowing bending and movement.

Example Sentences

casual

“My knees started to ache after the long hike.”

casual

“She fell and scraped both her knees on the pavement.”

casual

“He got down on his knees to propose to her.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseknelt
present participlekneeling
nounknee
nounkneecap

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

on one's kneesidiom

In a position of submission, supplication, or great humility.

bring someone to their kneesidiom

To defeat, humble, or severely weaken someone or something.

weak at the kneesidiom

Feeling faint, nervous, or overwhelmed, often due to strong emotion.

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Knees definition: The joints connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans, allowing bending and movement.
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'Knees' translates to 'knees' in English. Knees definition: The joints connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans, allowing bending and movement.
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