1. relating to or involving bending or the ability to bend
Usage: commonly used in engineering, materials science, and anatomy
2. of or relating to a joint or the bending of a limb
Usage: medical and anatomical term

Examples

• The flexural strength of the concrete beam was tested to ensure it could support the load.
• Flexural exercises help improve the range of motion in your joints.
• The material's flexural properties make it ideal for applications requiring repeated bending.
• Flexural rigidity is an important factor in bridge design.
• The patient performed flexural movements to regain mobility after surgery.
• Engineers calculated the flexural stress on the metal rod under pressure.