Associations to the word «Sinew»

Wiktionary

SINEW, noun. (anatomy) A cord or tendon of the body.
SINEW, noun. (obsolete) A nerve.
SINEW, noun. (figuratively) Muscle; nerve; nervous energy; vigor; vigorous strength; muscular power.
SINEW, noun. A string or chord, as of a musical instrument.
SINEW, noun. (figuratively) That which gives strength or in which strength consists; a supporting member or factor; mainstay; source of strength (often plural).
SINEW, verb. To knit together, or make strong with, or as if with, sinews.

Dictionary definition

SINEW, noun. A cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment.
SINEW, noun. Possessing muscular strength.

Wise words

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