INTERCOSTAL
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Intercostal.
Intercostal - as an adjective
Located or occurring between the ribs
Example: "Intercostal muscles"
Intercostal - as a noun
Muscles between the ribs; they contract during inspiration
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intercostal musclemusculus intercostalisExample Sentences
"The intercostal muscles help move the ribcage during breathing."
"He suffered from intercostal pain after a strenuous workout."
"The intercostal spaces are filled with connective tissue."
"An intercostal drain was inserted to relieve the air from his pleural cavity."
"The intercostal nerve provides sensory innervation to the skin between the ribs."
Word Game Points
Is INTERCOSTAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, intercostal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INTERCOSTAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is INTERCOSTAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, intercostal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINTERCOSTAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is INTERCOSTAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, intercostal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINTERCOSTAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
