thorax

/'θɔ:ræks/

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Word: Thorax

Definition: The word "thorax" has a couple of meanings, mostly related to anatomy (the study of body structure):

Usage Instructions:

• "Thorax" is a noun, so it is used to name a part of the body or an insect's structure.
• You can use it in sentences to describe where something is located in the body or to talk about insects.

Examples:

• Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen.
• The doctor listened to my heartbeat by placing the stethoscope on my thorax.

Advanced Usage:

• In biology, you might encounter the term "thoracic" which is an adjective related to the thorax. For example, "thoracic cavity" refers to the space within the thorax that houses the heart and lungs.
• In medical contexts, "thoracotomy" is a surgical procedure involving an incision into the thorax.

Word Variants:

• Thoracic (adjective): Relating to the thorax.
• Thoracotomy (noun): A surgical procedure involving the thorax.

Different Meanings:

• Besides its biological meaning, "thorax" does not have many alternative meanings. However, it is specifically associated with the anatomy of both insects and vertebrates.

Synonyms:

• For the human context, there aren't direct synonyms, but "chest" can sometimes be used informally to refer to the thoracic area.
• In the context of insects, there are no direct synonyms, as "thorax" is a specific term.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs that specifically use the word "thorax."

Summary:

The term thorax is important in both entomology (the study of insects) and human anatomy.

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Noun

1. part of an insect's body that bears the wings and legs
2. the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates
3. the middle region of the body of an arthropod between the head and the abdomen

Synonyms

• chest
• pectus