Term Name:	tendon development
Synonyms:	sinew development
Definition:	The process whose specific outcome is the progression of a tendon over time, from its formation to the mature structure. A tendon is a fibrous, strong, connective tissue that connects muscle to bone or integument and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons and muscles work together to exert a pulling force.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0035989]    QuickGO    AmiGO