Genu
Genu noun - 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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Synonyms for Genu
Hinge joint and genu are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hinge joint" instead a noun "Genu".
Hinge joint
Hinge joint noun - A freely moving joint in which the bones are so articulated as to allow extensive movement in one plane.
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Synonyms for Hinge joint
Genu and hinge joint are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Genu" with "Hinge joint", this terms are similar.
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Hinge joint and Genu. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 15, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/genu/hinge_joint
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