noun
- plural of patella; the kneecaps
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The doctor examined both patellas for signs of injury.
- She fractured her patellas in the skiing accident.
- The X-ray showed damage to the patellas.
- Physical therapy helped strengthen the muscles around her patellas.
- The surgeon repaired the torn ligaments near the patellas.
- Both patellas were swollen after the marathon.