femur

[ˈfiːmər]

femur Definition

the bone in the leg that extends from the hip to the knee.

Using femur: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "femur" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The femur is the longest and strongest bone in the human body.

  • Example

    The doctor ordered an X-ray of her femur after she fell off her bike.

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Summary: femur in Brief

The term 'femur' [ˈfiːmər] refers to the bone in the leg that extends from the hip to the knee. It is the longest and strongest bone in the human body.