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tendon Synonyms

Another word for tendon

Choosing another word for tendon depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A tough, flexible band of fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone, transmitting the mechanical force of muscle contraction to the skeletal system.

Usage Example

"The athlete suffered a painful injury when he tore his Achilles sinew during the final sprint."

Strongest
sinew

• noun (Context 2)

The dense connective tissue of an animal, particularly beef, used as an ingredient in various cuisines where it breaks down into a tender, gelatinous texture upon slow cooking.

Usage Example

"The chef prepared a rich broth featuring slow-cooked beef gristle and fresh aromatic herbs."

Weak
gristle

• Nearby Words

tenderly
tenderness
tendinitis
tendon
tendril
tenement
tenet

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tendon. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tendon
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