Meaning of the word knee in English

What does knee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

knee

US /niː/
UK /niː/
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Noun

1.

the joint between the thigh and the lower leg in humans

Example:
He fell and scraped his knee.
She knelt down on one knee.

Verb

1.

hit (someone) with one's knee

Example:
The fighter tried to knee his opponent in the clinch.
He was kneed in the groin during the match.
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