FEMORAL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Adjective

of or relating to or near the femur or thigh

The word "femoral" was borrowed from Latin femorālis.

femur – A related word in the same word family.

al – A related word in the same word family.

Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.