Associations to the word «Xiphoid»

Wiktionary

XIPHOID, adjective. Shaped like a sword, ensiform.
XIPHOID, adjective. Of or relating to the xiphisternum.
XIPHOID, noun. (anatomy) The xiphoid process.
XIPHOID PROCESS, noun. (anatomy) The cartilaginous extension of the lower sternum; the xiphisternum.
XIPHOID PROCESSES, noun. Plural of xiphoid process

Wise words

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