tibia
tib·ia
noun \ˈti-bē-ə\ plural tib·i·ae\-bē-ˌē, -bē-ˌī\ also tib·i·as
Definition of TIBIA
1
: the inner and usually larger of the two bones of the vertebrate hind or lower limb between the knee and ankle
2
: the fourth joint of the leg of an insect between the femur and tarsus
— tib·i·al \-bē-əl\ adjective
See Origin of TIBIA
Latin
First Known Use: circa 1706
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