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meniscus 1. the curved upper surface of a liquid standing in a tube, produced by the surface tension 2. a crescent-shaped fibrous cartilage between the bones at certain joints, esp at the knee 3. a crescent-shaped lens; a concavo-convex or convexo-concave lens meniscus [mə′nis·kəs] (anatomy) A crescent-shaped body, especially an interarticular cartilage. (fluid mechanics) The free surface of a liquid which is near the walls of a vessel and which is curved because of surface tension. (metallurgy) In reference to a solder joint, the minimum angle at which the solder tapers from the joint to the flat area. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The two menisci function as padding between the femur and the tibia, moving with the bones to allow more motion in the legs and feet. Their coverage of joint lubrication in relation to menisci was similarly simplistic in approach. The menisci act as the knee's natural shock absorber and help prevent cartilage wear while also providing joint lubrication and joint stability. |
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