NYT Dictionary

KNEECAP

/ˈniːˌkæp/
NounVerbKNEE-capknee-cap · 2 syllablesGrade 1

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2025, 2026

Meaning

The flat, roundish bone in the knee.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From knee + cap.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

kneepanpatellarotulascutumknee-capbone

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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