Synonyms of patella

Noun

1. patella, kneecap, kneepan, sesamoid bone, sesamoid, os sesamoideum

usage: a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint

2. Patella, genus Patella, mollusk genus

usage: type genus of the family Patellidae: common European limpets

Definition and meaning of patella (Dictionary)