thoracical

/θɒrəˈsɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the thorax, the part of an insect’s body between the head and the abdomen

“The thoracical structure of the bee’s body allowed for efficient flight and navigation.”

2. adverb

in a manner relating to the thorax, especially of an insect

“The bee flew thoracically, its wings beating rapidly as it hovered above the flower.”

Synonyms

  • abdominal
  • thoracic

Antonyms

  • abdominal
  • cephalic