Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rib
noun
/rɪb/
Definition
A rib is one of the long curved bones that form the chest wall in humans and many animals.
Examples
- He felt a sharp pain in his rib after the accident.
- The doctor explained that she had fractured a rib.
- Ribs are often used in barbecuing, especially in the summer.
Meaning
Ribs protect the organs in the chest, such as the heart and lungs, and play a role in the respiratory system.
Synonyms
- bone
- costae
- ribcage component
