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tendinous

/ten-duh-nuhs/US // ˈtɛn də nəs //UK // (ˈtɛndɪnəs) //

肌腱性,肌腱的,肌腱,肌腱性的

Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : of the nature of or resembling a tendon.
    • : consisting of tendons.

Examples

  • The insertion is tendinous on the dorsal surface of the lower mandible in common with the dorsal aponeurosis of pars profundus.

  • The diaphragm is peculiar in that it is somewhat circular in shape and is more or less tendinous or sinew-like in the middle.

  • This muscle (tendinous in the centre) is attached to the spinal column (behind) and to the last six or seven ribs.

  • Each muscle is held in place by expansions on either side of the tendon as well as by the tendinous insertions.

  • The Inferior or Tendinous Surface resembles the preceding in form, but is broader and less smooth.