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tibia
Definition
The tibia is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg. It is also called the shinbone.
The tibia is located on the inside of the leg, and it runs from the knee to the ankle. It is the main weight-bearing bone in the leg, and it helps to stabilize the knee joint.
The tibia is a long, strong bone. It is covered in a layer of cartilage, which helps to protect it from friction. The tibia is also filled with marrow, which produces blood cells.
How can the word be used?
The tibia is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg.
Different forms of the word
Noun:
the inner and usually larger of the two bones of the vertebrate hind or lower limb between the knee and ankle.
Adjective:
relating to the tibia.
Etymology
The word "tibia" comes from the Latin word "tībia" (“shin bone, leg”).
The first recorded use of the word "tibia" in English was in the 1540s.
The word "tibia" is a Latin word, and it is not related to any other words in English.
Question
Where in your body can you find the tibia bone?