THORAXES Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the word thoraxes. (close relations)
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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 | ||||||
