Vocabulary Entry

thorax

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noun

The part of the body between the neck and the abdomen; the chest area containing the ribs and organs such as the heart and lungs.

Example Sentences

"The doctor examined the patient's thorax for any signs of injury."

"In humans, the thorax contains vital organs like the heart and lungs."

"The thorax is protected by the ribcage, which helps shield the internal organs."