Shin (Noun)
Meaning 1
The front part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Meaning 2
The inner and thicker of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor examined the shin to see if the bone was broken.
- Her shin ached from kicking the ball so many times during soccer practice.
- Wearing proper fitting shoes can help to protect the shin from bruises.
- After the fall, Sarah had a nasty gash on her shin that required stitches.
- The athlete taped her shin to provide support during the long run.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
The 22nd letter of the Hebrew alphabet.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Hypernyms
Meaning 4
A cut of meat from the lower part of the leg.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.