omosternum

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noun
Definitions
  • (anatomy) The anterior element of the sternum which projects forward from between the clavicles in many batrachians and is usually tipped with cartilage.
  • (anatomy) In many mammals, an interarticular cartilage, or bone, between the sternum and the clavicle.

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Prefix from English sternum.

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English

sternum

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