sinew
/'sinju:/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A tendon: A tough band of fibrous connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone, enabling movement.
- Vigorous strength; muscular power: The physical strength and energy that comes from well-developed muscles.
- A source of strength or power: A vital support or resource that makes something effective or possible.
Examples of Usage
- Noun (Anatomical):
- He strained a sinew in his leg while running.
- The surgeon carefully repaired the torn sinew.
- Noun (Strength):
- The work required the sinew of a young man.
- His sinews bulged as he lifted the heavy weight.
- Noun (Figurative - Source of Power):
- Education is the sinew of a prosperous society.
- The new investment provided the financial sinews for the company's expansion.
Advanced Usage
- "The sinews of war": A classic idiom referring to the money, resources, and supplies necessary to wage war.
- In his speech, the general argued that logistics and supply chains were the true sinews of war.
Variants and Related Words
- Sinewy (adj): Having strong sinews; muscular and lean.
- The athlete had a sinewy build.
- Sinewless (adj): Lacking strength or vigor; weak.
Synonyms
- Tendon (for the anatomical meaning).
- Brawn, muscle, vigor (for the strength meaning).
- Mainstay, backbone, support (for the figurative meaning).
Related Phrases
- To strain every sinew: To make the utmost effort; to try as hard as one possibly can.
- They strained every sinew to finish the project on time.
Noun
- possessing muscular strength
- a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment