kneecap
Translation
kneecap, patella
Examples
He fractured his kneecap in the accident.
He fractured his kneecap in the accident.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) kneecap the bone covering a person's knee joint. The doctor examined her kneecap.
Similar Words
Synonyms: patella
Etymology
A compound of 'knee' and 'cap'. It literally means the 'cap' of the knee.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a small 'cap' that sits over your knee joint.