What is another word for thoracic?

Pronunciation: [θɔːɹˈasɪk] (IPA)

The word "thoracic" is commonly used in medicine to refer to parts of the body related to the chest, including the thorax or chest cavity, the thoracic spine, and the thoracic arteries. However, there are a number of synonyms that can be used to describe these areas. Some of the most common synonyms for "thoracic" include chest, upper back, ribcage, thorax, and dorsal chest. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe the same area of the body, and can be useful for medical practitioners, anatomists, and anyone discussing human anatomy or health.

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  • Independent

    • Proper noun, singular
      chest.

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Usage examples for Thoracic

Such are disturbances of the general health in pulmonary affections that follow thoracic disease not completely recovered from.
"Makers of Modern Medicine"
James J. Walsh
We are led insensibly to the bedside of his patients; we are startled by the originality of his system; we can hardly persuade ourselves that any means so simple can accomplish so much, can overcome and reduce to order the chaotic confusion of thoracic pathology; and hesitate not in the end to acknowledge our unqualified wonder at the triumphant confirmation of all he professed to accomplish.
"Makers of Modern Medicine"
James J. Walsh
For about six hours we discussed the Philippine question, he damning the anti-Imperialists-yet my thoracic contents remained as solid as if cast in Portland cement.
"The Letters of William James, Vol. II"
William James

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