Sinew (Noun)

Meaning 1

Possessing muscular strength.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Muscle
  • Muscularity
  • Brawniness
  • Heftiness
  • Brawn

Hypernyms

  • Strength

Related Words

  • Sinewy (adjective)

Meaning 2

A cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The doctor explained that the sinew connecting the quadriceps muscle to the kneecap had been torn during the fall.
  • Regular exercise can strengthen the sinews that attach the muscles of the lower back to the spine.
  • The athlete's injury was severe enough to require surgery to repair the damaged sinew.
  • Tendons and sinews are crucial components of the musculoskeletal system, enabling movement and supporting joints.
  • Overuse of the shoulder joint can cause strain on the sinew that connects the muscle to the bone, leading to inflammation and pain.

Synonyms

  • Tendon

Hypernyms

  • Connective Tissue

Hyponyms

  • Achilles Tendon
  • Hamstring

Related Words

  • Sinewy (adjective)
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