tendinous

[ ten-duh-nuhs ]

/ ˈtɛn də nəs /

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adjective

of the nature of or resembling a tendon.

consisting of tendons.

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Origin of tendinous

1650–60; <New Latin tendin- (replacing Medieval Latin tendōn-), stem of tendōtendon + -ous

Words nearby tendinous

tenderman, tender mercies, tender-minded, tender offer, tendinitis, tendinous, tendon, tendril, tend to, tendu, Tendulkar

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How to use tendinous in a sentence

The insertion is tendinous on the dorsal surface of the lower mandible in common with the dorsal aponeurosis of pars profundus.
Jaw Musculature of the Mourning and White-winged Doves|Robert L. Merz
The diaphragm is peculiar in that it is somewhat circular in shape and is more or less tendinous or sinew-like in the middle.
Voice Production in Singing and Speaking|Wesley Mills
This muscle (tendinous in the centre) is attached to the spinal column (behind) and to the last six or seven ribs.
Voice Production in Singing and Speaking|Wesley Mills
Each muscle is held in place by expansions on either side of the tendon as well as by the tendinous insertions.
A System of Operative Surgery, Volume IV (of 4)|Various

The Inferior or Tendinous Surface resembles the preceding in form, but is broader and less smooth.
Diseases of the Horse's Foot|Harry Caulton Reeks

British Dictionary definitions for tendinous

tendinous

/ (ˈtɛndɪnəs) /

adjective

of, relating to, possessing, or resembling tendons; sinewy

Word Origin for tendinous

C17: from New Latin tendinōsus, from Medieval Latin tendō tendon

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