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rib cage

/ˈrɪb ˌkeɪdʒ/

Tradução: Estrutura óssea do tórax que envolve e protege o coração, os pulmões e outros órgãos internos, formada pelas costelas e pelas cartilagens que as ligam ao esterno.

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/ˈrɪb ˌkeɪdʒ/B2formalmedical
  • ptEstrutura óssea do tórax que envolve e protege o coração, os pulmões e outros órgãos internos, formada pelas costelas e pelas cartilagens que as ligam ao esterno.

The bony structure in the chest that surrounds and protects the heart, lungs, and other internal organs, consisting of the ribs and the cartilage connecting them to the sternum.

  1. Bony structure of the chestB1formal

    The bony framework formed by the ribs and the sternum, which encloses and protects the heart, lungs, and other thoracic organs.

    ptCaixa torácica

    • The doctor examined his rib cage for any fractures.
    • The rib cage expands when you inhale.
    • A strong blow to the rib cage can cause serious injury.