Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thigh-bone
Noun
/ˈθaɪ boʊn/
Definition
The thigh-bone is the long bone in the upper leg, also known as the femur.
Examples
- The thigh-bone supports the body’s weight during walking and running.
- During the surgery, the doctor examined the patient’s thigh-bone for any fractures.
- In the human skeleton, the thigh-bone plays a crucial role in leg movement.
Meaning
It is the strongest and longest bone in the human body, connecting the hip to the knee.
Synonyms
- Femur
- Upper leg bone
