cartilage
US /ˈkɑːr.t̬əl.ɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkɑːr.t̬əl.ɪdʒ/
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kraakbeen
firm, whitish, flexible connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, in structures such as the external ear, and in the articulating surfaces of joints. It is more widespread in the embryo and young of vertebrates, being replaced by bone during development.
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The doctor explained that the injury affected the cartilage in her knee.
De dokter legde uit dat de blessure het kraakbeen in haar knie aantastte.
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Ears and noses are made of cartilage.
Oren en neuzen zijn gemaakt van kraakbeen.