1
[ noun ] act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased

Synonyms

flexion

Related terms

extension bend flex dorsiflexion bend

2
[ noun ] the state of being flexed (as of a joint)

Synonyms

flexion flection

Related terms

physiological_state bend

3
[ noun ] an angular or rounded shape made by folding

Synonyms

fold crimp plication bend crease

Examples

"a fold in the napkin" "a crease in his trousers" "a plication on her blouse" "a flexure of the colon" "a bend of his elbow"

Related terms

angular_shape pucker pleat kink bend fold pleat

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flexor flexeril flax_rust

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