Thighbone

/θˈa‍ɪbə‍ʊn/

/θˈaɪboʊn/

[noun]

Thighbone

[NOUN]

the longest bone in the human skeleton which is between the hip and the knee

synonyms : femoris

femur

What is "thighbone"?

The thighbone is the longest and strongest bone in the human body. The femur connects the hip joint to the knee joint, providing structural support and stability to the leg. It plays a crucial role in weight-bearing, locomotion, and various movements such as walking, running, and jumping. The femur's shape and structure are designed to withstand considerable forces and transmit them from the hip to the lower leg. Additionally, the femur serves as an attachment site for several muscles involved in leg movement and contributes to the overall alignment and function of the lower limb.

Examples

1. I'm basically just separating the leg bone from the thighbone.

2. In the Little Badlands of Nebraska in 1962, a couple of workers discovered a large thighbone while surveying for a dam.

3. And that's our leg and thighbone.

4. This is not a hambone, but a human thighbone here--