Coracoid

adj, noun

adj, noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Part of the scapula that projects towards the sternum in mammals; the coracoid process
  2. 2
    A small bone linking the scapula and sternum in birds, reptiles and some other vertebrates
Adjective
  1. 1
    hooked like the beak of a crow not-comparable
  2. 2
    Relating to the coracoid process not-comparable

Synonyms

All synonyms
coracoideum

Etymology

From Latin corax + -oid.

Related phrases

coracoid ligamentcoracoid processcoracoid process

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