tendonous

/tɛnˈdaʊnɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a tendon; fibrous and cord-like in texture or structure

“The tendinous texture of the ligaments made them difficult to cut during surgery.”

2. noun

a fibrous cord of connective tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone or other structure

“The doctor examined the tendinous fibers to diagnose the injury.”

Synonyms

  • fibrous
  • stringy
  • tendinous

Antonyms

  • flaccid
  • soft