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Vocabulary Entry
intervertebral
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or situated between the vertebrae.
Example Sentences
"The intervertebral discs act as shock absorbers in the spine."
"An intervertebral herniation can cause significant pain."
"Doctors often study intervertebral spacing for spinal health."
N
noun
One of the discs or spaces between vertebrae in the spine.
Example Sentences
"The intervertebral is vital for flexible movement."
"Injuries to the intervertebral can lead to serious back problems."
"They are researching the degeneration of intervertebrals as people age."