KJV Dictionary Definition: sinew

sinew

SIN'EW, n.

1. In anatomy, a tendon; that which unites a muscle to a bone.

2. In the plural, strength; or rather that which supplies strength. Money is the sinews of war.

3. Muscle; nerve.

SIN'EW, v.i. To knit as by sinews.

sinewed

SIN'EWED, a.

1. Furnished with sinews; as a strong-sinewed youth.

2. Strong; firm; vigorous. When he sees ourselves well sinewed to our defense.