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sinew

[ˈsɪnjuː]

sinew Definition

  • 1a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament
  • 2the source of strength, power, or vigor
  • 3toughness of character; determination

Using sinew: Examples

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

  • Example

    The sinews in his legs were strained from the long run.

  • Example

    The sinews of the economy are small businesses.

  • Example

    He showed great sinew in the face of adversity.

sinew Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sinew

Phrases with sinew

  • to make a great effort to achieve something

    Example

    She strained every sinew to finish the marathon.

  • sinew and bone

    the basic structure or foundation of something

    Example

    The sinew and bone of the company is its dedicated employees.

  • sinewy muscles

    muscles that are lean and strong

    Example

    He had sinewy muscles from years of weightlifting.

Origins of sinew

from Old English 'seono', meaning 'sinew, tendon'

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Summary: sinew in Brief

Sinew [ˈsɪnjuː] refers to tough fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone or bone to bone. It can also mean the source of strength or toughness of character. Examples include 'The sinews in his legs were strained from the long run' and 'He showed great sinew in the face of adversity.' Phrases like 'strain every sinew' and 'sinew and bone' add emphasis to effort and foundation, respectively.