pectus

• Substantiv, das den Teil des menschlichen Körpers zwischen Hals und Zwerchfell bezeichnet, oder den entsprechenden Teil bei anderen Wirbeltieren.

A noun referring to the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm, or the corresponding part in other vertebrates.

1. Chest or breastC1formal

   The front part of the body between the neck and the abdomen, especially in humans and other vertebrates.

   Brustkorb

   • The doctor examined the patient's pectus for any abnormalities.
   • In anatomy class, we studied the muscles of the pectus.
   • The bird's pectus was covered in vibrant feathers.

   Synonymebreastchestthorax