tibia

tibia definition - medical

tib·i·a (tĭbˈē-ə)

noun pl. tib·i·as or tib·i·ae (-ē-ēˌ)
The inner and larger of the two bones of the lower leg, extending from the knee to the ankle, and articulating with the femur, fibula, and talus. Also called shinbone.

Related Forms:

  • tibˈi·al adjective

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