XIPHOID PROCESS


Meaning of XIPHOID PROCESS in English

[ 'zɪfɔɪd ]

(also xiphoid cartilage )

■ noun Anatomy the cartilaginous section at the lower end of the sternum, not attached to any ribs.

Origin

C18: from Gk xiphoeidēs , from xiphos 'sword'.

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