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Meaning of 'knee' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Knee [ n.]
- In man, the joint in the middle part of the leg.
- The joint, or region of the joint, between the thigh and leg.
- In the horse and allied animals, the carpal joint, corresponding to the wrist in man.
- A piece of timber or metal formed with an angle somewhat in the shape of the human knee when bent.
- A bending of the knee, as in respect or courtesy.
2 . Knee [ v. t.]
- To supplicate by kneeling.

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