Meaning & Definition of word "Thorax"

noun:

• 1. The part of the body between the neck and the abdomen, which contains the heart and lungs in humans and other vertebrates.
  • Example: The doctor listened to my thorax with a stethoscope to check my lung function.
• 2. In insects, the middle segment of the body, which bears the legs and wings.
  • Example: The butterfly's colorful wings are attached to its thorax.
• 3. The part of an animal's body that corresponds to the human thorax, often used in medical or veterinary contexts.
  • Example: The veterinarian examined the thorax of the dog to assess its breathing.
• 4. In anatomy, the region of the body that extends from the first rib to the diaphragm, including the ribs and sternum.
  • Example: The surgeon made an incision in the thorax to perform the heart surgery.
• 5. The part of the body of an arthropod between the head and the abdomen.
  • Example: The thorax of the spider was visibly segmented, showcasing its eight legs.