Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chine
Noun
/ˈʧaɪn/
Definition
The ridge of a back, especially the backbone of an animal.
Examples
- The chef expertly cut along the chine of the fish to prepare it for cooking.
- In anatomy classes, students often study the structure of the chine in different animals.
Meaning
Chine refers specifically to the spine or the area along the back, often used in discussions related to anatomy or butchery.
Synonyms
- Back
- Spine
- Vertebrae
