Definition

The thighbone is the long bone in the upper part of the leg, also known as the femur, which connects the hip to the knee.

Example

He broke his thighbone while playing football.

Conversation

Did you know that the thighbone is the longest bone in the body?

Really? I had no idea it was called that!

Yeah, it actually connects to the hip and the knee.

That makes sense! I guess it plays a big role in how we move.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thighbone → The word is formed from "thigh" (from Old English *þigh*, meaning the upper part of the leg) and "bone" (from Old English *ban*, meaning a hard structure that makes up the skeleton). The term "thighbone" refers to the bone located in the upper part of the leg.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'thigh' as the upper part of your leg and 'bone' as the hard structure that supports it. This helps you remember that 'thighbone' is the bone in the upper leg.

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