knee
noun
the joint of the leg that allows for movement between the femur and tibia and is protected by the patella; the central area of the leg between the thigh and the lower leg.
kneeing
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present participleof knee.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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He has also been fined three times: for roughing in 2021, kneeing in 2016 and embellishment in 2015.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 22, 2024
Brown was cutting back to the ball when he took a bad step and pulled up, leading to James kneeing him in the back.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 25, 2023
James scored just 16 points on five-of-14 shooting, tumbling to the court in a heap in the first half after kneeing Brown in the back during an awkward defensive possession.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 25, 2023
Stars rookie defenseman Jari Hakanpaa was given the major for kneeing and a game misconduct.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 22, 2021
Neel kept kneeing and elbowing his way forward, steadying the flashlight as he pushed away branches and roots.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
