fibula
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fibula, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The thinner of the two bones in the lower leg, running alongside the shin bone.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Latin fībula ("buckle, clasp, pin") — the leg bone is named after the clasp because of how it pairs with the shinbone.
Full origin of fibula →Frequently asked questions
What does “fibula” mean?
The word “fibula” means the thinner of the two bones in the lower leg, running alongside the shin bone. In plain terms, the thin outer bone of the lower leg, or (in archaeology) an ancient decorative pin.
How do you pronounce “fibula”?
“Fibula” is pronounced FIHB-yuul-uh (/ˈfɪb.jəl.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “fibula” in a sentence?
Here is “fibula” used in a sentence: “She fractured her fibula in a skiing accident.”
What part of speech is “fibula”?
“Fibula” is a noun.
Where does the word “fibula” come from?
The word “fibula” comes from Latin. From Latin fībula ("buckle, clasp, pin") — the leg bone is named after the clasp because of how it pairs with the shinbone.
How many meanings does “fibula” have?
“Fibula” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the thinner of the two bones in the lower leg, running alongside the shin bone.