sternal

Adjective

Meaning

Of or pertaining to the sternum; in the region of the sternum.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

command bridge bone pectoral breastbone os CIC manubrium sternum sternotomy

Phrases with the word

sternal bar sternal cartilage sternal plane sternal puncture sternal religion sternal transfusion

Anagrams

saltern Antlers entrals reslant slanter rentals

Examples

On each side, it had six ribs, four of which articulated with the sternum through sternal ribs. Source: Internet

In cattle, the symptoms may include drooling, restlessness, uncoordination, urine retention, dysphagia, and sternal recumbency. Source: Internet

The apex of the lung extends into the root of the neck, reaching shortly above the level of the sternal end of the first rib. Source: Internet

This is determined by measuring from the center of the nipple to the sternal notch (at the top of the breast bone) to gauge how far the nipple has fallen. Source: Internet

Trail pheromones are secreted from the sternal gland, and sex pheromones derive from two glandular sources: the sternal and tergal glands. Source: Internet

When the animal lies down in a sternal recumbent position, the pedestal raises the body from the hot surface and allows cooling air to pass under the body. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

sterna hirundo sternacostal sternage sternal angle sternal bar sternal cartilage