Episternum
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Episternum is a noun meaning (anatomy) The upper segment of the sternum.
Meaning
(anatomy) The upper segment of the sternum.
More Meanings
- (entomology) The anterior part of the pleuron of an insect.
Word Forms
- episternums
- episterna
Synonyms for episternum
Depending on context, synonyms include manubrium, presternum, interclavicle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preepisternum, presternum, sternebra, mesosternum, pentasternum, mesanepisternum.
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