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cartilage

/ˈkɑː.tɪ.lɪdʒ/

/ˈkɑr.tl̩.ɪdʒ/

Translations

cartilagenoun

cartilages

The doctor explained that the pain in her knee was due to the wear and tear of the cartilage.

Le médecin a expliqué que la douleur dans son genou était due à l’usure du cartilage.

Additional translations

cartilageAu pluriel, pour désigner des pièces ou structures distinctes de cartilage.

Synonyms

connective tissue

flexible tissue

cartilageadjective

/ˈkɑː.tɪ.lɪdʒ/

/ˈkɑr.tl̩.ɪdʒ/

Used attributively to modify another noun (e.g., cartilage repair).

Cartilage damage can lead to joint problems.

Une lésion cartilagineuse peut entraîner des problèmes articulaires.

cartilagenoun

A firm, flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, such as the joints, ear, and nose, that provides support and cushioning.

The doctor explained that the pain in her knee was due to the wear and tear of the cartilage.

A discrete piece or structure composed of cartilage tissue.

The cartilages between the ribs are known as costal cartilages.

cartilageadjective

Relating to or consisting of cartilage.

Cartilage damage can lead to joint problems.