THORAXES Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the word thoraxes. (close relations)
Definition of THORAXES
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chest | nounn | |||||||
noun • the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates • box with a lid; used for storage; usually large and sturdy • the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen • furniture with drawers for keeping clothes | ||||||||
breastbone | nounn | |||||||
noun • the flat bone that articulates with the clavicles and the first seven pairs of ribs | ||||||||
sternum | nounn | |||||||
noun • the flat bone that articulates with the clavicles and the first seven pairs of ribs | ||||||||
ribs | nounn | |||||||
noun • support resembling the rib of an animal • any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates) • cut of meat including one or more ribs • a teasing remark • a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant • a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural verb • form vertical ribs by knitting • subject to laughter or ridicule | ||||||||
pectus | nounn | |||||||
noun • the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates |