Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
poitrine
noun
/pwatrin/
Definition
The front part of the body between the neck and the abdomen; the breast.
Examples
- The surgeon examined the poitrine for any signs of injury.
- She wore a necklace that accentuated the elegance of her poitrine.
- The athlete’s poitrine expanded as he took a deep breath before the race.
Meaning
In anatomical terms, the poitrine refers to the chest area, often associated with the heart and lungs.
Synonyms
- chest
- thorax
- breast
