tendon

• 连接肌肉与骨骼的坚韧、富有弹性的纤维组织带，主要功能是传递肌肉收缩产生的力，从而使身体产生运动。

A noun referring to a tough, flexible band of fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone, enabling movement.

1. Fibrous connective tissueB2formalmedical

   A tough, flexible band of fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone, enabling movement.

   肌腱

   • The athlete tore a tendon in his knee during the game.
   • Tendons are less elastic than muscles and can be prone to injury.
   • The surgeon repaired the damaged tendon in her wrist.

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