Vertebral

/ˈvɜːrtəbrəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the vertebrae or spine.

The doctor examined the vertebral alignment of the patient.

Pertaining to the vertebral column or backbone.

Injuries to the vertebral area can lead to serious complications.

Describing structures associated with or resembling vertebrae.

The vertebral arteries supply blood to the brain.

Occurring in relation to vertebrate species.

The vertebral anatomy of fish differs significantly from that of mammals.

From Latin 'vertebralis', from 'vertebra' meaning 'joint' or 'vertebra'.

vertebral column

The spine or backbone composed of vertebrae.

vertebral artery

An artery that runs through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae.

vertebra

The individual bones that make up the vertebral column.

spine

The bony structure made up of vertebrae that encloses the spinal cord.