Knee
Part of speech: verb
Definition: to kneel to poke or strike with the knee
Part of speech: noun
Definition: In humans, the joint in the middle part of the leg. The joint, or region of the joint, between the thigh and leg. In the horse and allied animals, the carpal joint, corresponding to the wrist in humans. A piece of timber or metal formed with an angle somewhat in the shape of the human knee when bent. An act of kneeling, especially to show respect or courtesy. Any knee-shaped item or sharp angle in a line, "the knee of a graph", an inflection point A blow made with the knee; a kneeing
Example sentence: Moving between the legs of tables and of chairs, rising or falling, grasping at kisses and toys, advancing boldly, sudden to take alarm, retreating to the corner of arm and knee, eager to be reassured, taking pleasure in the fragrant brilliance of the Christmas tree.
Stifle
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A hind knee of various mammals, especially horses.A bone disease of this region.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To interrupt or cut off.To repress, keep in or hold back.To smother or suffocate.To feel smothered etc.To die of suffocation.
Example sentence: Written reports stifle creativity.