Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knuckle
noun
/ˈnʌk.əl/
Definition
A joint in the hand where two bones meet, specifically the joints of the fingers.
Examples
- He accidentally hit his knuckle on the table.
- She cracked her knuckles out of habit.
- The boxer trained to strengthen his knuckles for better punches.
Meaning
The pointed part of a finger when the fingers are bent. It is formed by the junction of the bones in the hand.
Synonyms
- joint
- bend
- digit joint
