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Noun. 1. sinew-a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment. tendon. connective tissue-tissue of mesodermal origin consisting of e.g. collagen fibroblasts and fatty cells; supports organs and fills spaces between them and forms tendons and ligaments.inew. The state or quality of being physically strong: brawn, might, muscle, potence, potency, power, powerfulness, puissance, strength, thew (often used in plural).
tendon - Student Encyclopedia (Ages 11 and up) A tendon, or sinew, is a cord of tissue that attaches the end of a muscle to a bone or other part of the body. It is composed of bundles of white fibrous tissue surrounded by a sheath. This tissue enters the bone and blends with the fibers of the bone. A tendon is inelastic but flexible and very strong.