Synonyms for

Tendon

Verb / ˈtendʌn / Another word for tendon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscles to bones

Synonyms & similar words

sinew ligament sinew cord band rope fascia fiber filament strand thread tie fastener attachment bond link joint articulation junction interface

Synonyms by register

Formal

sinew fibrous cord connective tissue

Informal

string cord

Literary

sinew cord of strength

Antonyms

nerve artery vein ligament muscle tendril

Common collocations

  • ruptured tendon
  • torn tendon
  • tendonitis pain
  • achilles tendon
  • tendon injury
  • tendon repair
  • tendon sheath

Word family

noun tendon
adjective tendinous

Usage note

A tendon is a band of fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone. It is distinct from a ligament, which connects bone to bone.

Example sentences

  1. The doctor said I sprained my tendon.
  2. My tendon hurts when I move my leg.
  3. The tendon in my arm is very strong.
  4. The athlete had to rest because of his inflamed tendon.
  5. The tendon in my hand snapped when I was playing tennis.

Quotes

  • The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body.
  • The tendon in my arm feels like a rubber band.
  • Without tendons, we wouldn't be able to move our bodies.

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