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MENISCUS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Meniscus.

How to pronounce meniscus:

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Meniscus - as a noun

(anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
semilunar cartilage

(optics) a lens that is concave on one side and convex on the other

(physics) the curved upper surface of a nonturbulent liquid in a vertical tube

Example Sentences

"The doctor diagnosed a torn meniscus in my knee."
"The meniscus acts as a cushion between the bones of the knee joint."
"He underwent surgery to repair the damaged meniscus."
"A tear in the meniscus can cause pain and limited mobility."
"Her knee pain was due to a degenerative meniscus."
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Word Game Points

Is MENISCUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, meniscus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MENISCUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is MENISCUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, meniscus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MENISCUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is MENISCUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, meniscus is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MENISCUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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