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shinbone

/ʃɪnbəʊn/ noun · British & US
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What does shinbone mean?

noun

The shinbone, also known as the tibia, is a long bone in the lower leg. It is the larger of the two bones in the leg below the knee.

Example

"The doctor ordered an X-ray to examine the shinbone for any signs of fracture."

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