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noun • hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella • joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee • the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee | ||||||||
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noun • a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) verb • act as a master of ceremonies | ||||||||
| 32% | 8 | Dysplasia causing shortened trunk and shortened limbs | ||||||
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One May Be Bent Back Needing To Be Shortened Crossword Clue
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KNEE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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KNEE
Updated: October 14, 2023
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