knucklebone

[ nuhk-uhl-bohn ]

noun

1. (in humans) any of the bones forming a knuckle of a finger.
2. (in quadrupeds) a bone homologous with a wrist, ankle, or finger bone of humans, or its knobbed end.

knucklebone

/ ˈnʌkəlˌbəʊn /

noun

1. any bone forming part of a knuckle or knuckle joint

Word History and Origins

Origin of knucklebone¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; knuckle, bone

Example Sentences

But they must wait in patience yet a little longer, if even a knucklebone is to be a share.

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