Condyle - Refers to a large prominence, which often provides structural support to the overlying hyaline cartilage. It bears the brunt of the force exerted from the joint. Examples include the knee joint (hinge joint), formed by the femoral lateral and medial condyles, and the tibial lateral and medial condyles.

What is the function of condyles and Epicondyles?

Condyle and epicondyle are two structures of the long bones in animals. The condyle is a large, rounded structure, which articulates the bone to another bone. Epicondyle is a protuberance on the condyle, which provides sites for the attachment of the muscles to the bone.

What does condyle mean?

: an articular prominence of a bone especially : one resembling a pair of knuckles.