Tibia
English Meaning
The inner, or preaxial, and usually the larger, of the two bones of the leg or hind limb below the knee.
- The inner and larger of the two bones of the lower human leg, extending from the knee to the ankle.
- A corresponding bone in other vertebrates. Also called shinbone.
- The fourth division of an insect's leg, between the femur and the tarsi.
- Music An ancient flute.