Definition of Intercostal in English :

Define Intercostal in English

Intercostal meaning in English

Meaning of Intercostal in English

Pronunciation of Intercostal in English

Intercostal pronunciation in English

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Intercostal

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Noun

1. intercostal, intercostal muscle, musculus intercostalis

muscles between the ribs; they contract during inspiration

Adjective

2. intercostal

located or occurring between the ribs

Example Sentences:
'intercostal muscles'

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Intercostal

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adjective
anatomy
between the ribs
intercostal muscles

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Intercostal

see synonyms of intercostal
adjective
1. 
between the ribs
noun
2. 
an intercostal muscle, etc.

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Intercostal

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adj.
Located or occurring between the ribs.
n.
A space, muscle, or part situated between the ribs.

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