the front part of the leg from the knee to the ankle.

the lower part of the foreleg in cattle.

the shinbone or tibia, esp. its sharp edge or front portion.

Chiefly British . a cut of beef similar to the U.S. shank, usually cut into small pieces for stewing.

to climb by holding fast with the hands or arms and legs and drawing oneself up.

noun

cnemis , crus , shank , shinbone , tibia