Sinew

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnju/

Definitions of sinew

noun a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament

Example Sentences

A1 The sinew of the deer was used to make a bowstring.

A2 She strained her sinew while lifting the heavy box.

B1 The chef carefully removed the sinew from the meat before cooking it.

B2 Regular exercise helps to strengthen the sinews and muscles.

C1 The warrior's sinews were taut as he prepared for battle.

C2 The violinist's delicate touch brought out the sinew of the music.

Examples of sinew in a Sentence

formal The sinew of the animal was carefully removed during dissection.

informal I accidentally pulled a sinew in my leg while running.

slang I need to work out more to strengthen my sinews.

figurative The sinew of the community was tested during the crisis.

Grammatical Forms of sinew

• past tense: sinewed
• plural: sinews
• comparative: more sinewy
• superlative: most sinewy
• present tense: sinews
• future tense: will sinew
• perfect tense: have sinewed
• continuous tense: is sinewing
• singular: sinew
• positive degree: sinewy
• infinitive: to sinew
• gerund: sinewing
• participle: sinewing

Origin and Evolution of sinew

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'sinew' originated from Middle English 'sineu' which came from Old English 'sinu' meaning tendon or ligament.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sinew' has come to be used more broadly to refer to any strong cord or tendon in the body, and figuratively to represent strength or power.