Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [mi-nis-kuh s]
- /mɪˈnɪs kəs/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [mi-nis-kuh s]
- /mɪˈnɪs kəs/
Definitions of menisci word
- noun plural menisci a crescent or a crescent-shaped body. 1
- noun plural menisci the convex or concave upper surface of a column of liquid, the curvature of which is caused by surface tension. 1
- noun plural menisci Optics. a lens with a crescent-shaped section; a concavo-convex or convexo-concave lens. 1
- noun plural menisci Anatomy. a disk of cartilage between the articulating ends of the bones in a joint. 1
- noun menisci Plural form of meniscus. 1
- noun menisci plural of meniscus. 0
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Origin of menisci
First appearance:
before 1685 One of the 48% oldest English words
1685-95; < New Latin < Greek mēnískos crescent, diminutive of mḗnē moon
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Parts of speech for Menisci
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menisci popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
menisci usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for menisci
noun menisci
- curve — A curve is a smooth, gradually bending line, for example part of the edge of a circle.
- bow — When you bow to someone, you briefly bend your body towards them as a formal way of greeting them or showing respect.
- meniscus — a crescent or a crescent-shaped body.
- sickle — an implement for cutting grain, grass, etc., consisting of a curved, hooklike blade mounted in a short handle.
- half-moon — the ship in which Henry Hudson made his voyage to explore America in 1609.
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