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What is a corresponding verb for knee?

There isn't a single verb that directly corresponds to "knee" in the way you might think.

"Knee" is a noun referring to a body part. Verbs related to the knee usually describe actions involving or affecting the knee:

* Bend: to move the knee joint so that the angle between the thigh and lower leg decreases.

* Straighten: to move the knee joint so that the angle between the thigh and lower leg increases.

* Kneel: to rest on one or both knees.

* Flex: to bend the knee joint.

* Extend: to straighten the knee joint.

* Sprain: to injure the ligaments around the knee.

* Fracture: to break the bone in the knee.

* Amputate: to surgically remove the knee.

To understand which verb fits best, you need more context. For example, "What did she do to her knee?" requires a different verb than "What did she do with her knee?"

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