SINCE 1828
shin
noun (1)
\ ˈshin
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Definition of shin
(Entry 1 of 4)
: the front part of the vertebrate leg below the knee
shin
verb
shinned;
shinning
Definition of shin (Entry 2 of 4)
shin
noun (2)
\ ˈshēn
, ˈshin\
, ˈshin\
Definition of shin (Entry 3 of 4)
: the 22nd letter of the Hebrew alphabet — see Alphabet Table
Shin
noun (3)
\ ˈshin
, ˈshēn\
, ˈshēn\
Definition of Shin (Entry 4 of 4)
: a major Japanese Buddhist sect that emphasizes salvation by faith in exclusive worship of Amida Buddha
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shin
noun
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Kids Definition of shin
(Entry 1 of 2)
: the front part of the leg below the knee
shin
verb
shinned;
shinning
Kids Definition of shin (Entry 2 of 2)
: shinny
shin
noun
\ ˈshin
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Medical Definition of shin
: the front part of the leg below the knee
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