What is another word for vertebral column?
Pronunciation:
[ vˈɜːtɪbɹə͡l kˈɒlʌm], [ vˈɜːtɪbɹəl kˈɒlʌm], [ v_ˈɜː_t_ɪ_b_ɹ_əl k_ˈɒ_l_ʌ_m]
Synonyms for Vertebral column:
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n.
• backbone- base ,
- basis ,
- foundation ,
- support .
Other synonyms:
- ankle ,
- ball-and-socket joint ,
- bone ,
- bone marrow ,
- breastbone ,
- cheekbone ,
- clavicle ,
- coccyx ,
- collarbone .
Other relevant words:
• noun
• Other relevant words (noun):
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How to use "Vertebral column" in context?
The vertebral column is a long, curved, central column of the spine. It supports the rest of the body and provides space for the spinal cord. The vertebral column consists of 26 pairs of spinal vertebrae. The vertebral column curves around the spine and is protected by the vertebral arches.
The vertebral column ends at the coccyx, or tailbone. The vertebral canal is the space between each vertebra. The spinal cord and nerve roots exit the vertebral column through the openings in the vertebral arch. The discs between the vertebrae act as shock absorbers and protect the spinal cord.
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