Patella Definition & Meaning

patella
noun
  1. a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint
  2. type genus of the family Patellidae: common European limpets

"Patella" in song lyrics

See how patella is used in real songs:

  • "broken 20patella"
    AOL — AOL
  • "repair 20of 20broken 20patella"
    AOL — AOL
  • "repair 20of 20fractured 20patella"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "patella"

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