Intercostal Meaning
/ˌɪn.təˈkɒs.təl/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjBetween the ribs of an animal or person.
adjBetween the ribs of a boat.
Sentence Examples
The intercostal muscles help with breathing.
Inter-costal spaces are between ribs.
He felt a sharp pain in his intercostal muscles.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor diagnosed the pain as due to an ____ muscle strain between the ribs.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ muscles are located between the ribs and play a very important role in the breathing process.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *h₁én Proto-Indo-European *h₁entér Proto-Italic *n̥ter Latin inter Latin inter-bor. English inter- English costal English intercostal From inter- + costal.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor diagnosed the pain as due to an ____ muscle strain between the ribs.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ muscles are located between the ribs and play a very important role in the breathing process.