Nuchal

//ˈnu.kəl//

Word Type

Noun

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The word "nuchal" can be used as noun and adjective.

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Derived Terms

centronuchal dorsonuchal nuchal cord nuchal scan occipitonuchal paranuchal postnuchal retronuchal supranuchal

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Context

medicine zoology

Related Terms

back lizard nape neck scale

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