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kneecap
noun knee·cap \ˈnē-ˌkap\
: a flat bone on the front of your knee
Full Definition of KNEECAP
: patella
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First Known Use of KNEECAP
1869
Rhymes with KNEECAP
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KNEECAP Defined for Kids
kneecap
noun knee·cap \ˈnē-ˌkap\
Definition of KNEECAP for Kids
: a thick flat movable bone forming the front part of the knee
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kneecap
noun knee·cap \ˈnē-ˌkap\
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