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thorax

noun

The region of the mammalian body between the neck and abdomen as well as the cavity containing the heart and lungs.

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Word length
6
Starts with
T
Ends with
X
Contains
HO
Scrabble score
16
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

/ˈθɔɹæks/

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noun

  1. The region of the mammalian body between the neck and abdomen as well as the cavity containing the heart and lungs.

  2. The middle of three distinct divisions in an insect, crustacean or arachnid body to which the legs are attached.

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