Definitions

1. noun

The knee joint, especially in a horse.

“The farrier worked on the horse’s genu to improve its gait.”

2. noun

A part of an organ, such as the knee of the uterus in mammals.

“The veterinarian explained that the genu of the uterus had ruptured.”

3. noun

A knee or bend in a river.

“The canoeist navigated the genu in the river with care.”

4. noun

A part of a thing that bends or curves, especially at a right angle.

“The genu of the roof required special support to prevent collapse.”