1. noun /niː/
a) In humans, the joint or the region of the joint in the middle part of the leg between the thigh and the shank.
Jessica was wearing shorts, so she skinned her exposed knees when she fell.
b) In the horse and allied animals, the carpal joint, corresponding to the wrist in humans.
Deck beams were supported by hanging knees, triangular pieces of wood typically found underneath the timbers they are designed to support, but in this case found above them.
2. verb /niː/
a) to kneel to
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