noun
- plural of patella; the kneecaps
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The doctor examined both patellae for signs of injury.
- X-rays revealed fractures in the patient’s patellae.
- The patellae protect the knee joints during movement.
- Physical therapy helped strengthen the muscles around her patellae.
- Both patellae were bruised after the fall.
- The surgeon repaired the damaged patellae with screws.