episternum

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English

Etymology

From epi- +‎ sternum.

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Noun

episternum (plural episternums or episterna)

  1. (anatomy) The upper segment of the sternum
    Synonym: interclavicle
  2. (entomology) The anterior part of the pleuron of an insect.

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