An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

Anatomy: The outer and thinner of the two bones of the human leg, extending from the knee to the ankle.

Etymology (EN): Fom L. fibula “clasp, brooch; bolt, peg, pin,” related to figere “to drive in, insert, fasten,” → fix.

Etymology (PE): Nâzok-ney, literally “fine reed,” from nâzok “→ fine” + ney “reed, pipe, flute.”