shin 1 of 2 noun ˈshin : the front part of the leg below the knee shin 2 of 2 verb shinned; shinning : shinny

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SHIN definition: the front part of the leg from the knee to the ankle. See examples of shin used in a sentence.

Straighten the front knee and extend the arm forward and then down to the shin, the floor next to the leg, or a block.

Dec 1, 2025 · Shin pain usually develops gradually. Causes include shin splints or medial tibial stress syndrome, stress fractures and compartment syndrome.

Aug 19, 2025 · The shin is the front part of the lower leg, fundamental for movement and supporting body weight. It plays a significant role in everyday activities like walking, running, and jumping.

Jun 23, 2025 · Shin splints are caused by stress on your shinbone and the connective tissues that attach muscles to your bones, causing inflammation and pain in the shins.

Apr 30, 2025 · If you have shin splints, you might notice tenderness, soreness or pain along the inner side of your shinbone and mild swelling in your lower leg. At first, the pain might stop when you stop …

Definition of shin noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Shin splints refers to pain in the front part of your lower legs (shins). This pain occurs when the muscles, tendons and tissue around your shin bone (tibia) become inflamed.