vertebral column

Noun

The series of vertebrae extending from the base of the skull to the coccyx (tailbone) that forms the supporting axis of the body; spine.

ریشه

From Latin 'vertebra' meaning joint, and 'columna' meaning pillar.

مثال

• The vertebral column provides support to the body and protects the spinal cord.
• An injury to the vertebral column can be very serious.
• The vertebral column is also known as the spine.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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