Crossword clue
Shin bone crossword clue
We have 4 answers for the clue “Shin bone”, from 5–8 letters. The most likely answer is TIBIA.
All answers for “Shin bone”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 5-letter answers | ||
| TIBIA Best match | 5 | Inner, larger bone of the lower leg |
| SHANK | 5 | Lower leg, from knee to ankle |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| LEG BONE | 7 | General description of the tibia |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| LONG BONE | 8 | Bone type that includes the tibia |
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What does “Shin bone” mean?
The shin bone is the tibia, the larger and inner of the two bones between the knee and the ankle. The clue is a straightforward anatomical definition.
Solving tip
TIBIA (5) is the answer in virtually every puzzle. The thinner bone alongside it is the FIBULA; it is not the shin bone, but it is worth trying if six letters are needed and the clue is loose.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Shin bone"?
The most likely answer is TIBIA (5 letters) — Inner, larger bone of the lower leg. Other common answers are SHANK (5), LEG BONE (7), LONG BONE (8).
How many letters are in the answer to "Shin bone"?
Answers to "Shin bone" range from 5–8 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.