kneecap

Pronunciation: /ˈniːˌkæp/

The English word “kneecap” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

The flat, roundish bone in the knee.
A metal cover trim that fits over a panel rib after it has been cut and bent.
A cap or strong covering for the knees, used chiefly for horses, to protect their knees in case of a fall.

To destroy the knees of (a person), usually by shooting at the knees, as a punishment carried out by criminals or terrorists.
To attack (someone) in a way that is excessively and needlessly damaging: to cut (someone) off at the knees.

From knee + cap.

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