elbow — the joint between the upper and lower parts of the arm
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the joint between the upper and lower parts of the arm
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈelboʊ/
Example Sentences
- My grandma's secret recipe requires a lot of elbow grease and love.
- I need more elbow room to dance like nobody's watching.
- She accidentally elbowed her crush while reaching for popcorn.
elbow
NOUN[/ˈelboʊ/]
the joint between the upper and lower parts of the arm
Tennis elbow joint injury
Elbow paints the wall bright yellow, while drops fall gently down below!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English, combining 'ell' (forearm) and 'boga' (bend or curve). The compound literally meant 'the place where the arm bends,' referring to the joint where the forearm curves.
Breakdown
ell (forearm) + boga (bend/curve). The 'ell' element, related to the unit of measurement, referred to the arm or forearm, while 'boga' denoted curvature or bending.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandma's secret recipe requires a lot of elbow grease and love.”
“I need more elbow room to dance like nobody's watching.”
“She accidentally elbowed her crush while reaching for popcorn.”
“The plumber fixed the elbow joint in our kitchen sink.”
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