SINCE 1828
knee-deep
adjective
\ ˈnē-ˈdēp
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Definition of knee-deep
1a
: sunk to the knees
knee-deep in mud
b
: deeply engaged or occupied
knee-deep in work
2
: knee-high
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knee-deep
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of knee-deep
: reaching as high as your knees
: standing in something that reaches your knees
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