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Grade 7
(car-ti-lage) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a flexible connective tissue found in joints.

Example Sentence

He tore the cartilage in his wrist in the accident.

More Example Sentences

It provides support and flexibility in joints.

Synonyms

tissue; gristle; cushion

Antonyms

blood vessel

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cartilage
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Rhymes

  • cartilage
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