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Term

cartilage n

Cartilage means firm flexible tissue in joints and other body parts. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of cartilage

  • firm flexible tissue in joints and other body parts

Usage examples of cartilage

Cartilage cushions the knee joint so the bones do not grind directly against each other.

The flexible tip of your nose is made largely of cartilage rather than hard bone.

A torn piece of cartilage in her shoulder made every throw painful.

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