knuckle_joint
1. [ noun ] (anatomy) a joint of a finger when the fist is closed
Synonyms: knuckle metacarpophalangeal_joint
Related terms: joint synovial_joint finger
2. [ noun ] a joint allowing movement in one plane only
Synonyms: hinge_joint
Related terms: joint
Similar spelling:   knuckle_down
  knuckle_duster
  knucklebones
  knuckle_under
  knucklehead
  knuckleball