episternum

English

Etymology

epi- +‎ sternum

Pronunciation
  • Rhymes: -ɜː(ɹ)nəm

Noun

episternum (plural episternums or episterna)

  1. (anatomy) The upper segment of the sternum
  2. (entomology) The anterior part of the pleuron of an insect.

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