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shin

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈʃɪn// shin Slang

n. the front part of your leg between your knee and your ankle. It is a sensitive area because there is not much muscle or fat covering the bone.

n. the front part of the human leg below the knee, specifically the anterior edge of the tibia. Often used in sports contexts where protective equipment is required.


SIMPLE

He accidentally kicked the table and bruised his shin.

CONTEXTUAL

The soccer player adjusted his protective pads to ensure his shins were fully covered before the match started.

COMPLEX

While the calf muscle provides significant cushioning at the back of the lower leg, the shin remains vulnerable to impact due to the proximity of the bone to the skin's surface.

Synonyms
Origin

From Scottish Gaelic abhainn Sin.

Usage

Commonly used in the plural when referring to both legs or protective gear.

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