Synonyms of patella

Noun


1. patella, kneecap, kneepan, sesamoid bone, sesamoid, os sesamoideum

usage: a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint

2. Patella, genus Patella, mollusk genus

usage: type genus of the family Patellidae: common European limpets

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