thoracal

/θɒrəkəl/; /θɔːrəkæl/; /θɒrəkæl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the thorax; thoracic.

“The thoracal region of the body was injured in the accident.”

2. noun

a part of a muscle or tendon that is attached to the thorax.

“The thoracal end of the muscle was affected by the injury.”

Synonyms

  • thoracic
  • thoraxal

Antonyms

  • abdominal
  • caudal