sternum

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the flat bone that articulates with the clavicles and the first seven pairs of ribs

Etymology

Borrowed from New Latin sternum, related to Old English steorn (“forehead”), German Stirn (“forehead”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

breastbone

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