the state of being flexed (as of a joint)

[ Syn: flection , flexion ]

an angular or rounded shape made by folding; a fold in the napkin; a crease in his trousers; a plication on her blouse; a flexure of the colon; a bend of his elbow

[ Syn: fold , crease , plication , crimp , bend ]

act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased

[ Syn: flexion ]