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Shin, as a noun, refers to the front part of the lower leg, located between the knee and the ankle. More specifically, it is the area where the tibia bone is positioned beneath the skin. This bone is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg, and the shin acts as a protective covering for it. The term is derived from the Middle English word "shinnen," which means "to shine" or "to gleam."
In a broader sense, "shin" can also refer to the fleshy part of the leg in this region, which includes both the tibia bone and the surrounding muscles. This area is prone to injury during physical activities, such as sports, where impact or contact can result in bruises, contusions, or even fractures of the tibia bone.
The verb form of "shin" can be used to describe the action of using one's leg to climb or scramble up an object, typically involving pulling oneself up with the aid of friction against a surface. This action is often utilized when climbing a pole, tree, or rope, for instance.
Overall, "shin" encompasses both the anatomical aspect of the lower leg and the physical action of climbing or scrambling with one's leg.
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The anterior portion of the leg.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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The fore part of the leg, or the bone of the fore part of the leg.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "shin" originated from the Old English term "scinu", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "skina-" and has connections to various related languages. It shares roots with Old Norse "skinn", Old Frisian "skin", and Old High German "scinia", all of which referred to a shin or leg. The ultimate origin of the word can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root *sken- meaning "to shine" or "to flash", likely referring to the brightness or prominence of the shinbone.
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