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rib noun

  /ɹɪb/
  • (anatomy) Any of a series of long curved bones occurring in 12 pairs in humans and other animals and extending from the spine to or toward the sternum.
  • A cut of meat enclosing one or more rib bones.
  • (aeronautics) Any of several transverse pieces that provide an aircraft wing with shape and strength.
 costella
  • (by extension) A part or piece, similar to a rib, and serving to shape or support something.
 barnilla, costella
  • (architectural element) A long, narrow, usually arched member projecting from the surface of a structure, especially such a member separating the webs of a vault
 nervadura, nervi, quaderna
rib cage
pit, tòrax
rib pad
costellera
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