Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thorax
noun
/ˈθɔːræks/
Definition
the part of an insect’s body between the head and the abdomen, or in vertebrates, the part of the body between the neck and the abdomen.
Examples
- The thorax houses important organs, including the heart and lungs.
- Insects have a thorax that connects the head to the abdomen.
- During the examination, the doctor checked the patient’s thorax for any abnormalities.
Meaning
In anatomy, the thorax is the region of the body between the neck and the abdomen, containing vital organs such as the heart and lungs.
Synonyms
- chest
- pectoral region
- thoracic region
